One beautiful realization you need to come to understand is that Christ isn’t just around you. He’s within you.
Apostle Paul called it “the mystery which has been hidden from ages and from generations, but now has been revealed to His saints.” He went on to say:
“To them God willed to make known what are the riches of the glory of this mystery among the Gentiles: which is Christ in you, the hope of glory.” — Colossians 1:26–27
Take a moment and let that sink in. Christ in you. Not beside you. Not hovering somewhere above. But living inside you, your heart, your spirit, your being.
This truth changes everything. It redefines who you are, how you live, and what’s possible through you.
What does the Hope of glory really means:
1. The Mystery Unveiled
Paul calls this revelation a mystery. What is a mystery? In the New Testament, it’s not something unsolvable, it’s something once hidden, but now revealed by God.
In the Old Testament, people experienced God’s presence differently. The Holy Spirit would come upon certain men and women for a time to empower them for an assignment and then lift again. But today, through Jesus Christ, the Spirit doesn’t just come upon us; He lives within us permanently.
Jesus Himself said: “At that day you will know that I am in My Father, and you in Me, and I in you.” — John 14:20
That’s the mystery. The very life of God residing inside human hearts. It’s not only something to believe, it’s something to experience.
2. The Glory Defined
So, what does “glory” mean?
In the Old Testament, glory was often visible. It was the cloud that filled the tabernacle, the fire that guided Israel by night, the thunder and majesty that made Moses’ face shine.
“And it came to pass, when Moses entered the tabernacle, that the pillar of cloud descended and stood at the door of the tabernacle, and the Lord talked with Moses.” — Exodus 33:9
But in the New Testament, glory is internal. John 1:14 says, “And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we beheld His glory, the glory as of the only begotten of the Father, full of grace and truth.”
Jesus didn’t just show the glory, He became the vessel of it. And now that same glory dwells in us through Him. You and I are no longer chasing clouds and fire; we carry the very presence that once shook mountains.
What Happens When Christ Lives in You:
Let’s talk about what this truly means for your life.
A. Identity Transformation
When Christ moves in, your identity changes forever. You’re no longer defined by your past, your sin, or your weakness.
In 2 Corinthians 5:17: “Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; old things have passed away; behold, all things have become new.”
And again, Paul said, “I have been crucified with Christ; it is no longer I who live, but Christ lives in me.” — Galatians 2:20
That means you are not trying to become righteous, you already are the righteousness of God in Christ. You are not struggling to be accepted, you are already accepted in the Beloved.
Your new identity isn’t a work in progress; it’s a finished product of grace.
B. Victory Over Sin and Darkness
Christ in you also means freedom from sin’s dominion. You are no longer a slave to old habits or the world’s pressures.
Romans 8:9–11 clearly stated: “But you are not in the flesh but in the Spirit, if indeed the Spirit of God dwells in you. … If Christ is in you, the body is dead because of sin, but the Spirit is life because of righteousness.”
The same Spirit that raised Jesus from the dead lives in you. That’s not symbolic, it’s literal power. Resurrection power. You don’t just resist sin, you radiate holiness. The presence of Jesus inside of you gives you the strength to live above temptation, fear, depression, and darkness.
C. Power for Living
With Christ in you, nothing is impossible. Paul declared:
“I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” — Philippians 4:13
The Christ who healed the sick, walked on water, and calmed storms now dwells within you. That means His strength, wisdom, and authority are available to you every single day.
You’re not meant to survive life, you’re meant to overcome it.
Why Christ in You is the Hope of Glory
Why is His indwelling presence our “hope of glory”? Because everything that makes God who He is—His nature, power, dominion, and fullness—dwells in Christ.
According to Colossians 2:9–10, “For in Him dwells all the fullness of the Godhead bodily; and you are complete in Him, who is the head of all principality and power.”
You are complete in Him, not partial, not lacking.
Everything God is: His personality, power, pre-eminence, and position, is embodied in Christ. And now that Christ is in you, that glory is your inheritance.
Living as a Carrier of Glory
So how do you live with this awareness daily?
Walk boldly. Speak confidently. Stop doubting. Everything you need: peace, provision, healing, wisdom is already in Christ, and He lives inside of you.
When life feels overwhelming, don’t panic—consult the power within. Pray. Fast. Worship. Praise. Draw from the well inside you.
“Now to Him who is able to do exceedingly abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that works in us.” — Ephesians 3:20
That power isn’t distant, it’s already working in you.
Jesus even said: “And the glory which You gave Me I have given them, that they may be one just as We are one.” — John 17:22
That means the same Christ in Peter, Paul, and the early believers is the same Christ in you today. Not half Christ. Not junior Christ. The full expression of His Spirit.
So walk in that confidence. Everything Jesus overcame, death, sickness, shame, storms—you can overcome too.
Let’s look at the Effects of Glory
When the glory manifests, it transforms everything it touches. Remember the Transfiguration?
“His face shone like the sun, and His clothes became as white as the light.” — Matthew 17:2
The glory brightens every aspect of your life: your marriage, your career, your health, your future. It also brings divine approval. As the Father said that day: “This is My beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased.” — Matthew 17:5
That same voice speaks over you today: “You are My beloved child.”
Let’s say this prayer:
Lord Jesus, let your glory be revealed in me, in Jesus name, Amen.
