Incarnation of Christ
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1 John 5:20
By John Gill0MAT 11:27JHN 1:14JHN 14:6JHN 15:5JHN 17:3ROM 8:1EPH 1:4COL 2:9HEB 1:31JN 5:20John Gill emphasizes the significance of the incarnation of the Son of God, affirming that Jesus Christ came to provide salvation through His obedience and sacrifice. He highlights the personal knowledge that the apostles had of Christ, who was both true God and true man, and the understanding that believers receive through Him about the true God, the Father. Gill explains that being in Christ means being in communion with the true God, who is the source of eternal life. He asserts that Christ embodies truth and is the fulfillment of all divine promises, making Him the true God and eternal life for His people.
Christ in You
By A.W. Tozer0JHN 1:14ROM 8:292CO 5:17GAL 2:20EPH 4:24PHP 2:5COL 1:27HEB 4:151PE 2:211JN 2:6A.W. Tozer emphasizes that the ultimate goal of Christianity is to transform believers into the likeness of God, enabling them to act in accordance with His nature. He asserts that true religion manifests in moral actions, and that a genuine Christian embodies Christ, reflecting His character in their lives. While acknowledging the unique incarnation of Christ, Tozer explains that believers also carry Christ within them, allowing them to act in ways that align with God's holiness. He highlights that God, even in human form, remained true to His divine nature, demonstrating that His actions are always consistent with His character.
I Travail in Birth Again Until Christ Be Formed in You
By A.B. Simpson0MAT 5:16JHN 1:14ROM 8:292CO 5:17GAL 4:19EPH 2:10PHP 1:6COL 1:271PE 2:91JN 3:2A.B. Simpson emphasizes the profound transformation that occurs when we are born again, highlighting the importance of Christ being formed within us. He reflects on the significance of becoming incarnations of the living Christ, which embodies the essence of Christianity. Simpson draws from Paul's prayer for the Galatians, expressing his deep desire for believers to experience this spiritual birth and transformation. He envisions a future where believers will be fully transfigured into Christ's glory, living not for themselves but for Christ. Ultimately, he calls for Christians to manifest the life of Christ in their daily existence, shining His light in the world.
The Word Became flesh." John 1:1-34.
By John Nelson Darby0JHN 1:1John Nelson Darby emphasizes the profound nature of Jesus Christ as both divine and human in his sermon 'The Word Became Flesh.' He explains that Christ, the eternal Word, was with God and was God, coming into the world to bring light and life specifically to humanity. Darby highlights the significance of Christ's incarnation, His role as the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world, and the transformative relationship believers have as sons of God through faith in Him. He contrasts the law, which reveals sin, with the grace and truth that Jesus embodies, inviting all to trust in Him for salvation and reconciliation with God. Ultimately, Darby calls for believers to live in a way that reflects Christ's love and righteousness in their daily lives.
Of the Incarnation of Christ.
By John Gill0LUK 2:10JHN 1:14John Gill emphasizes the profound mystery and significance of the incarnation of Christ, asserting that it is the cornerstone of the Christian faith. He explains that the eternal Son of God took on human flesh, born of a virgin, to fulfill God's promise of salvation and to reconcile humanity to Himself. Gill highlights that this act was not only a divine revelation but also a necessary condition for Christ to serve as the perfect mediator and sacrifice for sin. The sermon underscores the importance of recognizing Jesus as both fully God and fully man, a truth essential for true Christian belief. Through this incarnation, God demonstrated His love and grace towards humanity, making it possible for believers to receive eternal life.