Divine Manifestation
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The Reality of Manifestations
By John Fletcher0PSA 34:8MAT 5:8JHN 3:3ROM 8:161CO 2:142CO 4:4EPH 1:18PHP 1:9HEB 5:14REV 3:18John Fletcher emphasizes that the Lord Jesus Christ desires to manifest Himself to all born-again believers in a spiritual manner, which is essential for experiencing the fullness of His salvation. He argues that spiritual senses, akin to physical senses, are necessary for perceiving divine truths and that these senses are awakened in those who are regenerated. Fletcher supports his claims with scriptural evidence, asserting that the ability to discern spiritual realities is a gift from God to His followers. He warns against the dangers of being spiritually blind and encourages believers to seek a deeper relationship with Christ through these spiritual senses. Ultimately, Fletcher's message is a call to recognize and cultivate the spiritual faculties that allow for a genuine experience of God's presence.
Old Testament Manifestations
By John Fletcher0GEN 1:26John Fletcher discusses the continuous manifestations of God to His people throughout the Old Testament, emphasizing that these divine encounters were not limited to a select few but were available to many, including Adam, Noah, Abraham, Moses, and others. He illustrates how these revelations served to strengthen faith, provide guidance, and establish a personal relationship with God, culminating in the understanding that such manifestations were essential for true communion with the divine. Fletcher argues that the experiences of the Old Testament saints demonstrate that God has always been present and active in the lives of His people, and he challenges the notion that such experiences ceased with the advent of Scripture.
Evening Thoughts - September
By Octavius Winslow0EXO 3:2Octavius Winslow reflects on the profound encounter of Moses with God at the burning bush, emphasizing the divine manifestation of Christ in this event. He highlights the significance of God's holiness and justice, symbolized by the unconsumed bush, which foreshadows Christ's suffering and endurance on the cross. Winslow encourages believers to recognize the glory of Jesus in their trials, assuring them that just as the bush was preserved, so too will God sustain them through their afflictions. He calls for a deeper understanding of Christ's love and sacrifice, urging the faithful to turn to Him in their moments of need and sorrow.