This morning I continue my study into the word “new” and as usual, God gives me that which makes an impact.

“¹⁵For neither circumcision counts for anything, nor uncircumcision, but a new creation.” — Galatians 6:15 (ESV)

The physical does not change the heart. Whether I am circumcised or not. Whether I go to the “right” church or not. Whether I am seen in the circles of Christians or in the midst of sinners. I have to be a new creation and that is all that is recognized as belonging to Christ.

Yesterday it was published that the former wrestler Hulk Hogan was baptized. I did read more about the event and where there is a lot more to it than that which was headlined (and I encourage your reading), I want to draw attention to his post on social media that went with the picture, “Total surrender and dedication to Jesus is the greatest day of my life.” This speaks as to what it means to be a new creation. As a new creation, I give up me and dedicate all to Christ. All that was is removed and we move forward as new. This is a high price to pay and yet so worth it, and not for all.

“²¹Jesus said to him, ‘If you would be perfect, go, sell what you possess and give to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven; and come, follow me.’ ²²When the young man heard this he went away sorrowful, for he had great possessions.” — Matthew 19:21-22 (ESV)

I have to be a new creation in Christ and not worry with what else there is in this world. I have to give it all away and follow Christ and all that He. I am not here to impress anyone, show out for anyone, or be anyone. I am in this world and have accepted to be different and new in the LORD.

What are you doing to demonstrate? Are you showing the physical and making all about what is on the outside? What if you embraced being/becoming a new creation and giving all of you to the LORD?