Beauty of Christ
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I Am the Rose of Sharon
By C.H. Spurgeon0PSA 27:4SNG 2:1ISA 53:2MAT 13:44JHN 15:5EPH 3:19PHP 3:8COL 1:171PE 2:7REV 22:16C.H. Spurgeon emphasizes the unparalleled beauty of Jesus Christ, referring to Him as the 'rose of Sharon,' which signifies His supreme loveliness and spiritual richness compared to the finest things in the material world. He illustrates that while the rose is the sweetest flower, Christ surpasses it in beauty and charm, captivating all senses of the soul. Spurgeon highlights that even the memories of Christ's love are fragrant and satisfying, making Him the ultimate fulfillment for the highest spiritual desires. He concludes that no earthly beauty can adequately express the preciousness of Christ, urging believers to cherish Him in their hearts forever.
The Lord of All Beauty
By A.W. Tozer0PSA 27:4ISA 33:17PHP 4:8COL 3:11PE 2:9A.W. Tozer reflects on the concept of beauty, emphasizing that God has instilled in humanity an appreciation for beauty that transcends the physical to encompass moral beauty, which is epitomized in Christ. He notes that even those who opposed Jesus, like Hitler and Nietzsche, recognized His moral perfection and beauty. Tozer encourages believers to acknowledge the promise of heaven as the ultimate expression of beauty, where the all-beautiful Savior resides. This understanding of beauty invites us to deepen our relationship with Christ, who embodies the highest moral standards. Ultimately, Tozer calls us to celebrate and seek the beauty that comes from God.