Jesus Christ is the creator of the universe and the One who holds everything together. By making Himself nothing and taking on human likeness, He assumed the very nature of a servant. He humbled Himself by becoming obedient to His heavenly Father, even to the point of laying down His life and sacrificing Himself on the cross. In doing so, He initiated the greatest exchange known to mankind: He took on our sin and clothed us in His righteousness.
All of us who follow Him are called to walk in His footsteps. By faith, we belong to Him and are part of His body on Earth. Through His grace, we are growing and being transformed into His likeness. By His power, we are reaching others by bearing fruit, sharing our faith, and serving people.
Through His poverty, He has made us the richest people on Earth. By His Spirit, we have been given gifts and blessings that cannot be purchased with silver or gold. We possess life that is truly life, peace that is genuinely peace, and joy that is authentic joy.
Those who are led by His Spirit and have their minds set on Him live as citizens of His Kingdom.