We are in Jesus. We have been put in this place by the father as a gift. We need do nothing to get there; We are in. We abide by agreement. We experience the power of that union through our obedience to stay, dwell and remain. We can do nothing to enter this place; We must do everything to remain here.
Being in Christ is the father’s gift to us; Staying in Christ is our gift to the father. He has made being in Christ a delight. We now share a restful, joyful rhythm and harmony. Our peace is the evidence that we are abiding correctly. All is rest. Everything contains joy. It is a simple and powerful life that we have been given. Staying in Christ is so much easier than being out of sync with God.
Outside of God we are prone to depression, weariness, anxiety, fears and doubts. That is hard work! And for no reward or benefit. Not to abide in Christ, in a Dark World, is extreme foolishness.