Cheryl Schatz

Dave,
You answered Craig this way:

I am a new creation in Christ. I have been born again. I have died to myself in Christ and I have been made alive in Christ. Colossians and the “firstfruits” of creation also come to mind.

Good answer. Jesus is the one who gives life and as such he is our source. I also think about this verse concerning Jesus:

John 1:9 (NAS)
9 There was the true Light which, coming into the world, enlightens every man.