Romans 6:6-8

Knowing this, that our old man was crucified with Him, that the body of sin might be done away with, that we should no longer be slaves of sin.  For he who has died has been freed from sin.  Now if we died with Christ, we believe that we shall also live with Him.

Ugh.  The old sin self.  If he could, the devil would keep you focused on what you were.  He can’t if you don’t let him.  The old man was crucified with Jesus on the cross, and the sin is done away with.  Who wants to remain a slave once they have been made free?  Who wants to stay in the past with the hope of a future?  I think sometimes we need to remind ourselves how valuable we are to God who sacrificed His son for us.  Then go to the next step reminding yourself that you live with Him.