The reclamation work of Christ Jesus!

“And you He made alive, who were dead in trespasses and sins, in which you once walked according to the course of this world” Ephesians 3:1

The definition of reclamation is “the process of claiming something back”.

You and I were born in bondage to sin. We conducted our actions according to the lusts of the flesh and we lived under the influence of Satan and allowed his spirit to lead us into disobedience.

However, God who is rich in mercy and love reclaimed us from death as a result of our sins to come alive with Christ Jesus and to be raised up to sit in the kingdom of heaven. You are saved by the love of God through your faith in Christ Jesus. This is a gift of God which can never be earned.

The miracle of reclamation is you move from death to life in Christ Jesus. This process is at work right now in all believers. It’s not just about forgiveness of your sins through the blood of the cross. Jesus will forgive you but this will not prevent you from returning to sinful actions.

The Holy Spirit is at work to transform your inner being to take on the life and personality of Jesus. This is accomplished by the deep work of the Spirit and your willingness to live in oneness with God through prayer and dwelling in His Word.

The secret is to abide in the “Law of the Spirit of life in Christ Jesus”. This will set you free from the bondage of sin.

When the desires of the flesh become aroused in you, take every thought captive to the obedience of Christ Jesus.

Remember, Jesus lives in you and He wants to lead you into the transfigured life of a disciple.