A New Beginning in Christ
Monday, December 30
A New Beginning in Christ
Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The only has gone, the new is here! 2 Corinthians 5:17
Have you ever wished you could have a do-over? Maybe there’s a decision you regret or words you wish you could take back. Regret can feel like a heavy weight—one that’s hard to let go of, especially when reminders of past mistakes resurface.
The good news of Christmas is that God offers us the ultimate do-over. The birth of Jesus was more than just a miraculous event; it was the beginning of a new era of grace and forgiveness. Through Christ, we are made new. Our past no longer defines us—God’s grace does.
Think about the manger where Jesus lay. It was a humble and ordinary space, yet God chose it as the birthplace of the Savior. In the same way, God can take the broken and ordinary pieces of our lives and use them for His extraordinary purposes.
Christmas reminds us that no matter what mistakes we’ve made or how far we’ve fallen, redemption is available. God sent His Son to offer us not just a second chance but a completely new identity. In Christ, we are forgiven, restored, and made whole.
Today, reflect on these questions:
- What past regrets or mistakes have you been holding onto?
- How does knowing you are a new creation in Christ bring freedom and hope?
- What steps can you take to walk in the new identity God has given you?
Prayer for today: Heavenly Father, thank You for the gift of Your Son, Jesus, who came to make all things new. Help me to let go of past regrets and embrace the new identity I have in Christ. Remind me that Your grace is sufficient and that I am forgiven and loved. May this Christmas be a time of renewal and hope as I walk in the freedom You have given me. In Jesus’ name, Amen.