How does Christ being in us affect our lives?

The transformation brought by Christ residing within us is profound, as seen in Galatians 2:20, where Paul declares, 'I am crucified with Christ: nevertheless I live; yet not I, but Christ liveth in me.' This new principle of life signifies that our dependence shifts from self to Christ, and this relationship empowers us to live in obedience and holiness. As we understand that our lives are hidden with Christ in God (Colossians 3:3), we recognize our eternal security, live out our faith in daily dependence upon Him, and demonstrate the character of Christ in our interactions.