 This is a heartbreaking trend that I see in modern Christianity. Sometimes it feels like as a Christian, all you're hearing about is how to be a better Christian. Do more of this. Try this. Stop doing this. Do more of this. Here's the thing though. When all we hear about is how to be a better Christian, we miss out on an essential aspect of the gospel. The truth is we can't be a perfect Christian. We can't meet other people's expectations and we definitely can't meet God's perfect expectations. But here's the game changer. Jesus was perfect for us. He was goodness embodied. Through his life, death and resurrection, he has provided a path to redemption. That if we repent for our sins and turn to Christ in faith, he will make us into a new creation. This new creation is a new identity. It's not an achievement earned. It's an identity given. Then we will pursue good works, not out of anxious duty, but rather joyful rest. Follow for more Christ-centered content.