God builds His church through the work of the Holy Spirit in us, not by human enterprise. Paul’s description of being crucified with Christ is an identification with Him by the power of the Resurrection. That power changes the believer from what they were and brings them into union with Christ. He gave His life for us. Reflecting on that should produce a pattern of devotion toward God. 

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“Committed Dependence and Devotion to God” Study Notes VF-2462