There are a few things that get me more excited than a good "resto-mod." What's a resto-mod? A resto-mod is a where a mechanic/car enthusiast takes an older bodied car and transplants a newer motor in the vehicle. Resto-mods can also sport upgraded braking systems, sounds systems, as well as other modern luxuries. Thus giving it a new feel with the classic exterior. Excuse me as I geek out; I once ran across a blue 1976 Celica GT sedan with a Nissan SR20DET. The set up was simple and captivating. A classic-timeless exterior, with a new motor; thus new life gives way. The chirp of the blow off valve was exhilarating, the color was captivating and the car just breathed new life.
In the same light, this is how our spiritual lives are. When we enter life and the years get tacked on, Jesus gives us restoration. He gives a new motor, fresh brakes, an upgraded sound system.He gives new strength, new power and sends us down roads we would have never imagined. For some of us, we've gotten a hint of the upgrade years ago, but have long since forgotten the aftermarket part, we just take it for granted. "it's stock in our minds." However, we must not forget that where those parts come from, there are plentiful upgrades and infinite tuning.
Jesus does not want to leave us stock, he wants to restore us and upgrade us. Not only that, but he wants to send us on journeys and adventures we never would have made on our own.
2 Corinthians 5:17
Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!