Therefore we are buried with him
by baptism into
death: that like as Christ was raised up from the dead
by the glory of the Father, even
so we also should walk in newness of life.
All who profess Christ are supposed to
possess a new nature; they are brought under new obligations; and are expected
to keep new objects in view.
Being baptized into the death of Christ, and
participating in His resurrection, they should walk as influenced by new
principles; the free grace, holy truth, and divine power of God, should leave
them to newness of life.
They should walk by new rules, no longer
following custom, or imitating the world; they should walk according to God's
word, the Saviours golden rule, and bright example.
The love of God, gratitude to God, and zeal
for His glory, should be the motives from which they act: while to honour God;
to enjoy His presence; to exhort Jesus; to benefit others; to prove the power
and purity of their principles; to justify their profession; and to evidence
their faith and love; should be the ends they have constantly in view.
A new life is expected from new creatures;
and without it our religion is vain, and our profession is a falsehood.
Beloved, do we walk in newness of life?
If not, we are yet in our sins; we are dead
before God.
Jesus, my life! Thyself apply,
Thy Holy Spirit breathe;
My vile affections crucify,
Conform me to Thy death.
Teach me to keep the heavenly path,
And conquer sin and hell by faith.
James Smith
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