Monday, October 13th: In this episode of The Daily Grind, John Spencer explores what it really means to be in Christ. Drawing from 2 Corinthians 5:17 and Galatians 2:20, he explains that Paul’s focus isn’t just personal transformation but a whole new way of seeing others who are in Christ. The Greek phrase en Christō speaks of union, participation, and shared life in the Messiah. To be “in Christ” means His death and resurrection become ours — our old life is gone, and His life flows through us. John shows how this identity replaces comparison and judgment with reconciliation and belonging. Using the Y’all Version to highlight plural language, he reminds listeners that Paul’s words are addressed to a community, not just individuals. He then offers practical ways to practice the exchange daily — remembering, seeing others in Christ, and resting in God’s acceptance. Listeners are invited to live from union rather than for approval and to embrace their true identity as new creations in Christ.
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