Day 39: I Live United with Christ
Scripture: Galatians 2:20 (NKJV)
“I have been crucified with Christ; it is no longer I who live, but Christ lives in me; and the life which I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave Himself for me.”
Reflection
The journey of transformation culminates in union with Christ—a reality where our old selves are no longer the centre of our lives, but Christ is. This verse, Galatians 2:20, is a powerful declaration of a believer’s new identity and the source of their strength, purpose, and direction.
1. Crucified with Christ: The Death of the Old Man
“I have been crucified with Christ…”
This is not symbolic alone—it speaks of a spiritual reality. When we accept Christ, our sinful nature is nailed to the cross with Him. Our old desires, our reliance on self-effort, and our identity outside of Christ die.
Romans 6:6 – “…our old self was crucified with Him so that the body ruled by sin might be done away with…”
Colossians 3:3 – “For you died, and your life is now hidden with Christ in God.”
This crucifixion is not just the end of the old, but the beginning of something brand new.
2. Christ Lives in Me: The Indwelling Presence
“It is no longer I who live, but Christ lives in me…”
Transformation means we no longer live under the control of the flesh or our own will. Instead, Christ dwells within, guiding our thoughts, shaping our actions, and empowering us to live righteously.
John 15:4 – “Abide in Me, and I in you. As the branch cannot bear fruit of itself…”
2 Corinthians 13:5 – “Do you not realize about yourselves that Jesus Christ is in you?”
Living united with Christ is a daily awareness of His life flowing through ours.
3. Life in the Flesh by Faith: Trust-Filled Living
“…the life which I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God…”
Although we are still in our earthly bodies, our operating system has changed. We live not by sight, emotions, or human understanding, but by faith in Christ—His Word, His promises, and His presence.
Hebrews 10:38 – “The just shall live by faith…”
2 Corinthians 5:7 – “For we walk by faith, not by sight.”
Faith becomes the bridge that connects our physical existence to our spiritual identity in Christ.
4. Loved and Redeemed: The Foundation of Union
“…who loved me and gave Himself for me.”
Our unity with Christ is built on His sacrificial love. It is not something we earned; it is something we received. His love made it possible for us to be united with Him eternally.
Romans 5:8 – “But God demonstrates His own love toward us, in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us.”
Ephesians 5:2 – “…Christ also has loved us and given Himself for us, an offering and a sacrifice to God…”
When we grasp the depth of His love, living united with Him becomes not a burden, but a joyful response.
Application & Personal Reflection
- Am I still trying to live life in my own strength, or have I fully surrendered to the indwelling Christ?
- Do I see myself as dead to sin and alive to God?
- Am I walking daily in faith, trusting Jesus to live His life through me?
The transformed life is a Christ-centered life. It is not simply about behaviour modification, but about identity transformation—where Christ becomes your life.
Colossians 3:4 – “When Christ who is our life appears, then you also will appear with Him in glory.”
Prayer Points:
- Thank You Lord, the Alpha and the Omega for the start and the tail end of this year’s spiritual journey, for taking full control from the beginning till now. (Revelation 1:8).
- Thank You Lord, for the prayers we have prayed in sundry and diverse ways by the leading of Your Spirit in Jesus’ name. (Romans 8:26).
- Thank You Lord, for the anticipated favourable answers to the prayers we have prayed and testimonies that will follow in the name of Jesus. (1 John 5:14).
- We come against the likes of the prince of Persia assigned to stand as blockade to our prayers, their mission shall be mission impossible in the name of Jesus. (Daniel 10:12-13).
- Holy Spirit divine, today as usual pray in us, pray through us and pray with us so that we will not pray amiss in the name of Jesus. (John 6:63).
- Because I have been crucified with Christ, the old man in me is dead with all his ungodly and worldly indulgences in Jesus’ name. (Ephesians 4:22).
- At the instance of this year’s prayer and fasting exercise, we receive power to freshly dedicate ourselves to godly living, to love less the things of the world but to love God more in Jesus’ name. (1 John 2:15-17).
- Lord, adorn our lives with the nine components of the Fruit of the Spirit to the effect that wherever we go, wherever we are, people will see us as children of God and will glorify Your name. (Galatians 5:22-24; Matthew 5:16).
- Lord Jesus, following to this spiritual journey, help us across the board to live a rededicated live of holiness that will be delightful and acceptable unto You in the name of Jesus. (Romans 12:1-2).
- I live united with Christ and declare nothing will be able to separate me from the love of Christ in the name of Jesus. (Romans 8:38).
- I live united with Christ and have forsaken the old man with his deceitful lusts and corrupt practices in Jesus’ name. (Ephesians 4:22).
- I declare, greater is He that is me than he that is in the world, hence, I shall not be moved; I stand on Jesus the solid Rock in Jesus’ name. (1 John 4:4; Psalm 16:8).
- I press on toward the goal; I will not look back; I will not give up; I receive power afresh to fight the good fight and will finish well. So, help me God in Jesus’ name. (Philippians 3:14; 2 Timothy 4:7).
- We seal our prayers and the declarations we have made today with the blood of Jesus, the Lamb of God. It shall be as we have declared in the name of Jesus. (Job 22:28).
- Father, we thank You that as we have spoken into Your ears today so You will grant us in the name of Jesus. (1 John 5:14).
