The Humanity of Christ
The Humanity of Christ11
On Hebrews 2
By John Nelson Darby0HEB 2:1John Nelson Darby expounds on Hebrews 2, contrasting Christ's divine nature in chapter 1 with His humanity in chapter 2. He emphasizes the significance of not neglecting the great salvation offered through Christ, who, as the Man of God's purpose, is the Head over all creation. Darby outlines four reasons for Christ's incarnation and death: for God's glory, to conquer the power of evil, to provide a perfect propitiation for our sins, and to offer sympathy in our struggles. He highlights the unity of believers with Christ and the importance of recognizing His presence in the church. Ultimately, Darby encourages believers to embrace the constant love of God revealed through Christ's sacrifice.
Thoughts on Hebrews
By John Nelson Darby0HEB 1:4HEB 2:9John Nelson Darby explores the profound mystery of the Messiah as presented in Hebrews, emphasizing that Jesus, though made lower than the angels, took on human suffering to redeem mankind and restore creation. He highlights the dual nature of Christ as both the Sanctifier and the sanctified, uniting believers with Him in glory as joint heirs. Darby explains that through His suffering and death, Jesus not only confronted the ruin brought by sin but also fulfilled God's purpose of bringing many sons to glory. The sermon underscores the significance of Christ's humanity and His role as a merciful High Priest, who fully identifies with our struggles. Ultimately, Darby calls for a deeper understanding of the divine revelation of Christ's sufferings and glory, which is essential for grasping the fullness of God's plan for humanity.
The Earthly Life of the Lord Jesus
By T. Austin-Sparks0ISA 53:8MAT 16:22MAT 17:24MRK 1:11LUK 24:25JHN 14:12ACT 8:33ROM 2:29T. Austin-Sparks explores the significance of the earthly life of Jesus, emphasizing that His time on earth was not merely to demonstrate His goodness or teachings, but to reveal a different order of humanity. He highlights that Jesus lived a life utterly committed to the will of the Father, showcasing a unique separation from the self-principle that governs ordinary human existence. Sparks argues that Jesus' life serves as a model for what humanity could be when aligned with God's intentions, demonstrating both the reality of His humanity and the necessity of faith. The sermon underscores that Jesus' miracles were not meant to change hearts but to testify to His divine identity, and that true transformation comes from Christ living within us. Ultimately, the message calls believers to embrace a life that reflects the 'otherness' of Christ, moving beyond mere human expectations.
The Sevenfold Beauty of Jesus Ruling the Earth
By Mike Bickle241:02:01PSA 115:16ISA 33:17ISA 44:2MRK 9:24LUK 4:6ROM 1:4EPH 3:161TI 3:16REV 5:12REV 21:3Mike Bickle explores the profound significance of Revelation 5, emphasizing the sevenfold beauty of Jesus as He rules the earth. He highlights that Jesus, fully God and fully man, is worthy to receive power, riches, wisdom, strength, honor, glory, and blessing, not just as God but as an anointed human. This understanding inspires a deeper adoration and loyalty towards Jesus, as He is the only one capable of fulfilling the divine plan to cleanse the earth and invite the Father back. Bickle encourages believers to recognize the implications of Jesus' humanity and His role in spiritual warfare against the Antichrist, asserting that the declaration of His worthiness is a powerful tool in the hands of the Church.
Jesus: Our Magnificent Obsession
By Mike Bickle2346:58REV 5:1Mike Bickle emphasizes the profound mystery of Jesus as both fully God and fully man, highlighting His future role as the ruler of the earth. He encourages believers to focus on their relationship with Christ, which stirs love and commitment, rather than merely adhering to a mission. Bickle draws from Revelation 5 to illustrate Jesus' worthiness to open the scroll and enact God's plan for the earth, emphasizing that true strength in faith comes from ongoing encounters with Jesus. He reassures the congregation that despite challenges, believers have a glorious future under Jesus' leadership, who is kind and powerful. Ultimately, Bickle calls for a deep love and trust in Jesus, affirming that He is worth all sacrifices made for Him.
Emmanuel Matthew 3
By John Nelson Darby0MAT 1:20John Nelson Darby emphasizes the profound relationship between God and man as revealed in the life of Jesus Christ, who embodies both divine holiness and perfect humanity. He illustrates how Jesus, though tempted in every way like us, remained sinless and serves as our ultimate example and friend in the journey of faith. Darby encourages believers to study Jesus' life and character to understand their own spiritual journey and the grace available to them. He highlights the importance of recognizing our need for God and the transformative power of His love, which is fully manifested in Christ. Ultimately, Darby reassures that through Jesus, heaven is opened to us, and we are invited to share in His glory.
Very Man
By Horatius Bonar0MAT 1:1MAT 25:31LUK 2:52JHN 1:1JHN 5:27ROM 8:3Horatius Bonar emphasizes the dual nature of Jesus Christ as both very man and very God, highlighting His human lineage through David and Abraham as well as His divine essence. He explains that Jesus embodies true humanity, experiencing all human emotions and conditions while remaining sinless, and that His Jewish heritage connects Him to God's elect nation. Bonar further illustrates that Jesus is our King, destined to rule as the heir of David's throne, and that His coming fulfills God's purpose of grace and blessing for all humanity. The sermon concludes with the proclamation of Jesus as the Savior, prophet, priest, and king, affirming God's love for mankind.
Jesus the Seed of the Woman
By Horatius Bonar0GEN 3:15ISA 53:3MAT 1:1MAT 1:16MRK 6:3LUK 3:23JHN 1:14ROM 1:3GAL 3:28HEB 2:14Horatius Bonar emphasizes the significance of Jesus as the Seed of the Woman, highlighting His dual nature as both fully human and fully divine. He traces Jesus' ancestry, showing His connections to humanity through a lineage that includes both Jews and Gentiles, the royal and the lowly, the holy and the imperfect. Bonar illustrates that Jesus' genealogy reflects God's plan for salvation, encompassing all nations and all types of people, thus making Him the Savior for everyone. He concludes that Jesus, being both man and God, is uniquely qualified to redeem humanity, sympathize with our struggles, and fulfill the divine purpose of salvation.
The Perfect Man
By John Nelson Darby0MAT 4:4MAT 26:39MAT 27:46LUK 6:12LUK 9:28LUK 22:40LUK 23:43LUK 24:39JHN 6:56PHP 2:8John Nelson Darby emphasizes the significance of Christ as the perfect man, highlighting how He serves as the sustenance for believers while they await His return. He contrasts the portrayals of Jesus in the Gospels of Luke and Matthew, illustrating how Luke presents Jesus as a sinless man who, despite His suffering, remains above the circumstances, demonstrating perfect obedience and dependence on God. Darby encourages believers to feed upon Christ, understanding His humanity and divinity, and to bring their trials to God, following Christ's example of prayer and reliance on the Father. He concludes with a call to meditate on Christ's nature to grow in likeness to Him and experience the fullness of God's love and grace.
The Gospel of Luke
By A.W. Pink0LUK 1:35LUK 2:10A.W. Pink explores the significance of the Gospel of Luke, emphasizing its unique portrayal of Christ as the 'Son of Man' and its focus on His humanity. He highlights the numerical symbolism of Luke's position as the third Gospel, representing manifestation and the perfect man, and contrasts it with the other Gospels that focus on different aspects of Christ's identity. Pink elaborates on how Luke's Gospel is particularly inclusive, addressing all of humanity rather than just Israel, and showcases the compassionate nature of Christ through various parables and miracles. He underscores the importance of understanding Christ's humanity and the divine inspiration behind the arrangement of the Gospels, encouraging reverence in discussing the mystery of God manifest in flesh.
Luke 1
By John Nelson Darby0LUK 1:1LUK 1:69John Nelson Darby presents the Gospel of Luke as a portrayal of Jesus in His humanity, emphasizing His role as the Son of Man and the grace of God amidst human struggles. He highlights the significance of Luke's account, which focuses on Christ Himself rather than His official roles or divine nature, and illustrates the unfolding of God's plan through the lives of ordinary people like Zacharias and Mary. The sermon underscores the importance of faith, humility, and the fulfillment of God's promises, as seen in the miraculous births of John the Baptist and Jesus. Darby also draws attention to the joy and praise that arise from recognizing God's grace and intervention in the lives of His people.