Sin-Consciousness vs. Innocence-Consciousness (Part 2)

The devil is always actively working to destroy us. One of the ways he makes inroads in our lives is by getting us to be more aware of our sins and shortcomings than of our righteousness. God sees born-again believers as innocent and acquitted of all accusations the enemy has made against us. We must therefore be more conscious of what Jesus has done for us than of sin, and the shame and guilt that accompanies it. Focusing on grace instead of on the law shows us that we’re no longer sinners, but saints. Accepting our stance in Christ positions us to enjoy eternal life in heaven with God. Choosing to live under grace frees us from the law’s curses and reveals our righteous stance in Him as citizens of heaven.