Scriptural Reference:
“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes 
in him should not perish but have eternal life.”
John 3:16

“For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing;
it is the gift of God, not a result of works, so that no one may boast.”
Ephesians 2:8-9

“And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good,
for those who are called according to his purpose.”
Romans 8:28

“Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your
mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good
and acceptable and perfect.”
Romans 12:2

“Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen.”
Hebrews 11:1

“Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come.”
2 Corinthians 5:17

Reflection:
You are a new creature. Born again through the blood of Jesus the Christ that was shed for your sins and your redemption. This is your second sunrise. With your first sunrise you has no choice. In being born or the way, conditions or situation you were born into. It was a moment in time that would shape you in many ways. Yet here you are experiencing your second sunrise. Your birth as a Christian. This moment you have chosen. This choice will completely change you and your future. So let us consider some of the things that have helped you to this defining point in your life.

For God so loved the world that he gave His only Son so that people, just like you, may be saved. This is an altruistic perfect gift of grace. God never had to sacrifice His only Son. Nor did He need to redeem you through the precious blood of His Son. Yet it was and has always been part of Gods' perfect plan that nobody should be left behind. That any who call on the name of Jesus the Christ will be saved. As it is said, you are saved by Gods' grace and not by any of you works.

Now that you are saved you can rest assured that all things will work towards fulfilling Gods' purpose in your life. As long as you stay firm in your faith and always love God your Father. Never forget that we each tend to make our small day by day plans. But they are measured as nothing compared to Gods' plans for each of us. Plans to help us prosper and to fulfil our calling to share the Gospel that saved us with a world still trapped in darkness.

There are some negative side effects that you need to be made aware of. The world rejects God and rejects His Son Jesus the Christ. So when you begin the share your faith with family and friends you can expect many to turn against you. They will become difficult and taunt you. Reminding you of all the things you are now leaving behind you. The same people who professed to have a great affection for you will now become aggressive. Rest assured it is not your fault, Though they will claim that it is. As they deride your faith in a God that they refuse to acknowledge. The first and primary working tool will to pray for them. No need to tell them you are doing this. To tell them can question if God will answer your prayer without your action of telling them. Just quietly pray an individual prayer thanking God that He and He alone can make the difference in their life's. Continue to pray as well for your faith journey. As you continue to fellowship with other Christians. You were once conformed to the world. You have chosen to walk away. Now in prayer and fellowship do not be drawn back in to the world.

I have mentioned that you are now walking in faith. Yet as you are still new you may ask what exactly faith is. The Bible explains it to use. Faith is a firm assurance of things that are hoped for. Promised by God. As well as a conviction in things that are not physically seen. For we live in a dualistic world. A world made up of both the physical and the spiritual. A world were there are daily battles between God and the evil prince of the world. Known as Satan or Lucifer. Your faith will grow as you study the Bible and learn to trust each day in Gods' grace.

This is your second sunrise. Your second chance at a new life. You are indeed a new creation. The old you has passed away revealing the new you. Much in the same way a caterpillar, through the chrysalis, become a beautiful butterfly. You have the chance to grow and shine. The past can be buried. Your previous sins and shame can be washed away by the precious blood of Jesus the Christ. You can continue to grow and fulfil Gods' divine purpose for your life. As long as you stay on the straight road. Never turning around or returning to your unasked ways. Staying the course and finishing the race.

 

Prayer:

Dear and precious Lord,
I take my second breather,
Embracing the new creation,
That you have begun in me.

I pray to continue Lord,
To grow in wisdom,
To fulfil your plans for me,
To finnish the race.

In your name Lord,
I pray for strength,
I pray for patience,
I pray for the Holy Spirit.

Amen