THE WORLD HAS BEEN CRUCIFIED TO ME / GALATIANS 6:14

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(KJV) Galatians 6:14

But God forbid that I should glory, save in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ, by whom the world is crucified unto me, and I unto the world.

The Dividing Line: Why the Cross Changes Everything

Though the cross is a popular symbol in the world, most people are not truly willing to identify with the suffering or the sacrifice of the Savior that it represents. The cross of Christ, representing the horrible death that Jesus suffered for our eternal salvation (Matthew 27:35; Mark 8:34), has actually set a dividing line between true Christians and the rest of the world.

In Galatians 6:14, the Apostle Paul declares a radical truth that should define every believer’s life:

“But God forbid that I should boast except in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ, by whom the world has been crucified to me, and I to the world.”

Dying to the World’s Appeal

Identifying with Christ sets us apart from “the world” that is offended by and opposed to God, His purposes, and His standard of truth (Galatians 4:3; 1 Corinthians 2:12; 1 Corinthians 3:19; 1 John 2:15-17). For those who boldly identify with Christ—who are willing to share in His sufferings (Romans 8:17; 2 Corinthians 1:7) and who base their lives on the truth of His message—the world loses its appeal. They no longer love and follow the world’s accepted standards, values, opinions, honors, and lifestyles.

For us to be “crucified with Christ” (Galatians 2:20) includes being crucified to the world. This means dying to its desires, being freed from its control, and becoming completely unresponsive to its influences.

The Cost of Glory

There is no sharing in the salvation and glory of Christ’s cross without turning our backs on all the earthly pleasures that draw our hearts away from Him, His presence, and His purposes (Mark 8:34). The cross isn’t just a piece of jewelry or a comfortable decoration; it is the place where our old selves die so that we can truly live for God. When we choose the cross, we choose a life completely redefined by Jesus.

Closing Prayer

Heavenly Father,

Thank You for the powerful, saving work of the cross of Jesus Christ. Forgive me for the times I have allowed the standards, values, and allurements of this world to capture my heart. I ask today that the reality of Galatians 6:14 would be alive in me. Crucify the world to me, Lord, and crucify me to the world.

Give me the courage to boldly identify with Jesus, even when it means sharing in His sufferings or facing the opposition of a world that does not know You. Free me from the control of earthly desires and public opinion. Let my only boast be in the cross of my Savior, and let my life be wholly set apart for Your presence and Your eternal purposes.

In the mighty name of Jesus Christ, I pray. Amen.

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