This devotional was written by Chloee Jean.
“Now if we died with Christ, we believe that we will also live with him. For we know that since Christ was raised from the dead, he cannot die again; death no longer has mastery over him. The death he died, he died to sin once for all; but the life he lives, he lives to God. In the same way, count yourselves dead to sin but alive to God in Christ Jesus.” Romans 6:8-11
In honor of Easter just around the corner, I would like to dedicate this be. devo on the new life found in Christ because of the death He took on a cross thousands of years ago.
To be honest, Easter is a very emotional holiday to me. Why? Because when I look back at what a man, both Son of man and Son of God, a perfect person, a stranger did for me and for you, I am in complete awe. Someone who didn’t know Him, yet He found me worthy enough to die for so that I can truly live in Him. The worst part: He knew who would follow Him and who wouldn’t — yet He still died for you and me and everyone else that walks, lives and breathes in this world.
Often, when I think of Christ’s crucifixion, I think of Barabbas — especially since I saw this video by Judah Smith. Barabbas was this man that Jesus took place of to be murdered on a cross, on a hill. Barabbas was a thief, a murderer, and the Jews so badly wanted Jesus gone that they were willing to trade the two on that day. And what did Jesus do? He willingly took his place so that Barabbas would live, knowing if he would ever come to know Him as Savior or not.
In the same way, that is what Jesus did for us. He took the sinful person you are, eyed you up, and willingly took your place on a cross so that you would never have to know death. He took on death and met death nose to nose for you so that you could live a life and, hopefully, live it fully for Him.
As you enter this Easter, especially with all that’s happened over the past year in our world, remember what Jesus did for you and how you can truly be. alive in Him. New life is found in Him and it’s our choice to wake up every morning to live for Him or for this world. Just like He sacrificed His life for yours, what are you willing to sacrifice to live a life for Him?
Simply be. alive in Christ.
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Chloee Jean is a youth leader, a Podcaster, a Digital Creator, Worship Leader, Social Media Manager, and a firm believer in Christ. She was born and raised in a Christian home and spent her days as a little girl singing songs, playing around on the piano, and drawing with her crayons. After years of hardships and trials, Chloee found escape in her music and writing her own lyrics. She pursued a Worship Leader certificate at Bethel Music’s Worship School. When she completed her course, she led worship with her sister, Aliseea, at a small youth group they were both currently serving in. After they both stepped down from that role and during 2020’s pandemic, Chloee started her own podcast called W.O.W and small business, Simply by Chloee Jean. She now finds joy in speaking God’s Word, singing about it occasionally with her sister, and creating digital designs to point others back to God and His Word. When Chloee isn’t designing or podcasting, she spends quality time with her family by having game nights, a movie marathon, or even jamming out to some worship songs. To find her on social media, check out her Instagram page!