Spiritual Senses
Spiritual Senses2
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.
The Revelation of Christ to Believers
By John Fletcher0PSA 34:8MAT 5:8JHN 3:8JHN 14:21ROM 8:161CO 2:92CO 5:7GAL 2:20EPH 1:17HEB 11:1John Fletcher emphasizes the significance of spiritual senses in experiencing the revelation of Christ to believers, distinguishing between mere intellectual knowledge and a profound, transformative encounter with the divine. He argues that true knowledge of Christ is not just historical or doctrinal but involves a supernatural, experiential understanding that changes the heart and soul. Fletcher illustrates that this revelation is a personal and intimate experience, akin to tasting honey after a diet of bread and water, and is essential for genuine faith and spiritual growth. He encourages believers to seek this deeper connection with Christ, which brings about true liberty, joy, and a life of obedience. Ultimately, Fletcher asserts that the revelation of Christ is a mystery that can only be fully understood through the Holy Spirit's work in the believer's heart.