Summary
What we focus on dramatically impacts the quality of our lives. An awareness of sin, and the shame and guilt it brings, comes from the knowledge of the law. It causes us to see ourselves as unworthy and condemned because of our failures, and makes usthink that we must work to get into heaven. By comparison, being aware that we’re innocent comes from knowing that Jesus has redeemed us and made us righteous. We’ll never experience the freedom grace brings if we remain conscious of our sins. Jesus, who is perfect and flawless, went to the cross and exchanged His perfection and righteousness for our imperfections and sinfulness. Choosing to be in Christ therefore empowers us to walk in the Spirit and frees us from all condemnation.
