As we begin this next section (verses 3-8) we shall do so in three parts. Part one is verse three, part two is verses four and five and part three will be verses six through eight.
We need to understand that the truth in these verses build upon and are possible because of our understanding of verses one and two. As we begin to understand our place in God’s plan and begin to act upon His will our understanding of ourselves will become clearer. This understanding grows over time; it is not an all at once kind of thing.
One last thought before we begin, our self concept is not all about us. It is a correct understanding of our place in Christ. If one tries to find oneself outside of Christ the only thing that that will be found is a shell filled by the world. If one tries to find oneself within Christ then true self will be found.
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