When sin first entered the world, God's perfect plan of creation went awry. Instead of being inclined to do good, humans now choose sin. This is not what God intended, so he gave us a chance to become new creations. "So whoever is in Christ is a new creation : the old things have passed away; behold, new things have come" (2 Corinthians 5:17). Are you ready to become something new?
Our new life begins now.
Jesus did not die on the Cross so that our new life could begin someday. Our new life begins now. We start by working to become a living, breathing example of the teachings of Jesus Christ. We start by trying to look like him.
Immediate perfection is not required.
It is important not to wait until we think we can get it completely right. All that matters is to make a start. God will help us with the rest.
Use the Lord's strength.
Jesus knew that once lost, we couldn't make it to Heaven on our own. We need his help so he left us supports such as the Sacraments where we can seek his grace. When we stumble and fall, Jesus will pick us up and help us get back on track. Trying again is what makes the difference between the old and the new.
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