Participation in Christ
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Christ's Ascension Our Ascension
By F.J. Huegel0GEN 6:3ISA 40:31JHN 1:16JHN 17:24ROM 8:322CO 5:17EPH 1:3EPH 2:6HEB 4:12REV 3:21F.J. Huegel emphasizes the profound truth of believers' participation in Christ's ascension, illustrating that through faith, Christians are not only partakers of His death and resurrection but also share in His heavenly position. He draws parallels between the believer's journey and the biblical accounts of spiritual awakening, likening it to a transition from a barren existence to the richness of life in Christ. Huegel encourages believers to claim their rightful place in the Heavenlies, asserting that this union with Christ is both a present reality and a future hope. He highlights the necessity of faith to access these spiritual blessings and the transformative power of living in the fullness of Christ's life. Ultimately, he calls for a deeper understanding and appropriation of the believer's identity in Christ, urging the Church to rise and claim her glorious inheritance.
The Christian Life a Participation Not an Imitation
By F.J. Huegel0JHN 15:5ROM 7:24HEB 3:14F.J. Huegel emphasizes that the Christian life is not merely an imitation of Christ but a participation in His divine nature. He contrasts the ideal Christian life as presented in the New Testament with the often disappointing reality of modern Christianity, urging believers to recognize their spiritual poverty and the need for a deeper connection with Christ. Huegel points out that true Christian living requires a supernatural transformation that can only come from abiding in Christ, rather than striving to imitate Him. He encourages those who feel overwhelmed by their shortcomings to seek the abundant life that flows from a genuine relationship with Jesus. Ultimately, he asserts that understanding this distinction between imitation and participation is crucial for experiencing the fullness of the Christian life.
Christ's Appearing Our Appearing
By F.J. Huegel01TH 4:16F.J. Huegel emphasizes the significance of Christ's Second Coming, urging believers to remain vigilant and prepared for His return. He highlights the intimate connection between Christ and His followers, asserting that as members of His body, they will share in His glory and participate in the ultimate fulfillment of redemption. Despite the mystery surrounding the Second Advent, Huegel encourages faith and anticipation, reminding the congregation that their hope in Christ's return should inspire purity and readiness. He concludes with a call to embrace the joy of participating in the marriage supper of the Lamb, celebrating the profound union between Christ and His Church.