A New Citizenship
“But our citizenship is in heaven. And we eagerly await a Savior from there, the Lord Jesus Christ.” – Philippians 3:20
When you see yourself as a citizen of this world, your goals are naturally focused on making the most of this life. You strive to make more money, have more fun, become more popular, and accumulate more things. Your identity and priorities are shaped by earthly achievements and possessions.
But when you are in Christ, you understand that you are just an alien here, temporarily passing through. Your true identity is in Christ, and your true citizenship is in Heaven. This heavenly perspective changes everything. It influences how you live today, how you give today, and how you steward this life.
Philippians 3:20 reminds us, “Our citizenship is in heaven, and we eagerly wait for a Savior from there, the Lord Jesus Christ.” This verse calls us to see beyond the temporary pleasures and pursuits of this world and focus on our eternal home with Jesus.
For many of us, our identity is currently defined by who we are in this world. We identify ourselves by the color of our skin, the degrees on our wall, the money in our account, or the cars in our garage. We are defined by our socioeconomic status, relational status, and social media status. But if nothing about your identity has anything to do with Jesus, it’s time for a significant shift.
Paul’s words in Galatians 2:20 are a powerful reminder: “I have been crucified with Christ, and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me.” When you are saved, your citizenship changes. Who you are and who you belong to changes. To live “in Christ” means you are no longer defined by the things, labels, or accomplishments of this world. Instead, you are defined by Christ living in you.
So, as you navigate life, remember that you are a citizen of heaven. Let this identity shape your actions, decisions, and priorities. Live with the understanding that your true home is with Christ and let that heavenly perspective guide you as you journey through this temporary world.
When you see yourself as a citizen of this world, your goals are naturally focused on making the most of this life. You strive to make more money, have more fun, become more popular, and accumulate more things. Your identity and priorities are shaped by earthly achievements and possessions.
But when you are in Christ, you understand that you are just an alien here, temporarily passing through. Your true identity is in Christ, and your true citizenship is in Heaven. This heavenly perspective changes everything. It influences how you live today, how you give today, and how you steward this life.
Philippians 3:20 reminds us, “Our citizenship is in heaven, and we eagerly wait for a Savior from there, the Lord Jesus Christ.” This verse calls us to see beyond the temporary pleasures and pursuits of this world and focus on our eternal home with Jesus.
For many of us, our identity is currently defined by who we are in this world. We identify ourselves by the color of our skin, the degrees on our wall, the money in our account, or the cars in our garage. We are defined by our socioeconomic status, relational status, and social media status. But if nothing about your identity has anything to do with Jesus, it’s time for a significant shift.
Paul’s words in Galatians 2:20 are a powerful reminder: “I have been crucified with Christ, and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me.” When you are saved, your citizenship changes. Who you are and who you belong to changes. To live “in Christ” means you are no longer defined by the things, labels, or accomplishments of this world. Instead, you are defined by Christ living in you.
So, as you navigate life, remember that you are a citizen of heaven. Let this identity shape your actions, decisions, and priorities. Live with the understanding that your true home is with Christ and let that heavenly perspective guide you as you journey through this temporary world.
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