Romans 6 [The Message]

Eugene Peterson describes the ground rules of Christian living as being in a different country than the sinful one you left. The proof of citizenship? Baptism into Christ’s name. You are now living in God’s Kingdom and Christ is your husband. You are not legally bound to be obedient to your old master, sin and the appetites of the flesh.

This is a transformed mindset that is critical. As Christians, we are to have the mind of Christ. In the same way a good school prepares children for successful adult living, Christian discipleship (Church membership, daily devotions, Bible studies etc.) cultivates the desired behavior for citizenship in God’s country. It’s a FOREVER thing.