Our old self, like Paul’s was crucified, so like Paul we can say that we have been crucified. It took place in the past and since it resulted in death, its effects continue to the present. That’s why Paul can say that it is no longer he who lives. Old Saul is dead and new Paul is alive to God. It isn’t the same old mortal life that he lives. Now it is eternal life. It is the Life of the Lord Jesus Christ.