As we look towards the new year, let us examine again what it means to forsake the old man, and look towards Christ who is the founder and perfecter of our faith.

2 Corinthians 5.17

17 Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come.

[ WHAT ] is this passage saying and what is a key truth or thought that we learn?

+ Read the surrounding context.

+ What does it mean to be in Christ?

+ What does a new creation mean? Especially considering the context.

+ What “old” things have passed away?

+ What new life has Christ given us?

[ HOW ] is the Lord calling me to action/obedience?

+ Is there sin to confess or a next step to take? How has it gone since last time?

+ What steps can I take to identify the old that is still in me

+ How can I work towards the new?

[ WHO ] am I walking with and praying for to discover Jesus?

+ What is my next step?