New Self?

Dear Victorious,

The Bible talks about "putting on your new self." What exactly does this mean? How does one do it?

Norma F. - Tulsa, OK

Dear Norma,

In simple terms it means to be who you say you are. People can have the best of intentions, but if their actions don't follow up then they are frauds and phonies. Your new self is the new perspective and new thinking you have (when you become a Christ follower). Putting it on is just acting like that new person. Your desires, habits and practices must all be constantly changing for the better. You are turning from the sinful, worldly ways ... and turning toward righteous, holy ways.