Characteristics of life “in Christ”
Rooted- perfect tense = having been accomplished already with continuing results
next 3 in present tense … in process
Being built- we are in progress. God is actively at work in our lives and formation.
Being strengthened- by faith and with respect to faith. As we are strengthened in faith our lives are strengthened by it.
Overflowing with thankfulness- Those who are bubbling over with gratitude toward God are not easy prey to anxiety and doubt.