in newness of life

An idea for a larger sermon -- the casting off of burial clothes. Here's the excerpt from an up-and-coming:

"First, if you are a believer, but find yourself distant from him, because of sin or because of apathy, remind yourself of the story of Lazarus. After Jesus raised Him from the dead, do you think Lazarus went around in his burial clothes? Do you think he returned to the tomb at night to sleep? No, what Lazarus did was actively follow Jesus. When Jesus returned for dinner a few days later, all that Lazarus could do was stay by His side. He has given us life the same way He gave Lazarus life. Our old life, that death is no longer ours. Continuing in sinful ways, living our life exactly the same as if we had never met Jesus is like walking around in our burial clothes. Point your feet back to the path, confess to Him that you’ve been away, and join Him for an intimate dinner."

Actually, not sure if there's anything left to be said. Cast off that wormy garb. That death is no longer yours.