Because He Lives: Day 4
Day 4: Alive with Him Now
Devotional
The resurrection isn't just about what happened to Jesus 2,000 years ago - it's about what happens to you today when you trust in Him. When Jesus rose from the dead, He didn't just come back to life; He opened the door for all who believe to be made alive with Him right now. This means you don't have to wait until heaven to experience the life God intended for you. You don't have to keep living in the old patterns of striving, hiding, and pretending. Because Jesus lives, you can live differently today. The same power that raised Him from the dead is able to transform how you approach relationships, work, and your own identity. Being made alive with Christ means you're no longer defined by your past failures or your current struggles. You're defined by His victory, His righteousness, and His love. This isn't just theological truth - it's practical reality that changes everything about how you live.
We know that Christ, being raised from the dead, will never die again;
death no longer has dominion over him. - Romans 6:9
Reflection Question
In what specific ways can you start living today as someone who is truly alive with Christ?
“When Jesus rose from the dead, those who trust him are made alive with him now.”
— Pastor Mike Mura
Prayer
Lord, help me to live in the reality that I am alive with You now. Transform my daily life by the power of Your resurrection.