Something I’m still unraveling. I do know with it, the Image that is, we have Authority. It’s trying to put some pieces back together Scripturally… that is my quest. I have some initial ideas. Thanks for this study Dan.
It’s all about spirit to spirit—that’s why we all look different on the outside! God isn’t concerned with outward appearances because He’s after the heart. He created us uniquely in how we look, but what unites us is His Spirit connecting with our spirit. That’s why Jesus said we worship the Father in spirit and truth (John 4:23). Our identity isn’t based on what’s seen but on who we are in Him. It’s a beautiful picture of unity—diverse in appearance but one in Christ through the Spirit. Isn’t that incredible?
It is incredible. I would say what it seen is a definite part of things. The Truth comes out of the Unseen but represents itself in part in the Seen. The full picture, The Unseen is what we must learn to trust in its solidity. 😎
This reminds me of the blind man...In John 9, when Jesus heals the blind man, He uses mud made from dust—the very same material God used to create man in Eden—mixed with His saliva. This profound act symbolizes more than physical healing; it reveals Jesus' mission to restore what was lost in Eden. By combining earth with His own essence and requiring the man's participation through washing in Siloam, Jesus demonstrates how He brings us back into full partnership with God. This miracle beautifully illustrates the Gospel's core message: Jesus came to restore not just our physical sight, but our complete relationship with the Father, bringing us back to the fullness of life we were created to experience.
It is amazing. That is why both of us, regardless of our outward appearances, can appear still look like Him and worship in a unified spirit. Worshiping in spirit and truth is all about connecting with God on a deep, spiritual level. It’s not just about going through the motions or putting on a show. It’s about being real and genuine in our relationship with Him. John tells us that true worshipers will worship the Father in spirit and truth because that’s what He’s looking for. It’s a powerful reminder that our faith is about the heart and spirit, not just outward rituals. Isn’t that incredible?
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Something I’m still unraveling. I do know with it, the Image that is, we have Authority. It’s trying to put some pieces back together Scripturally… that is my quest. I have some initial ideas. Thanks for this study Dan.
Spirit to spirit, not physical…that’s why we all look different!
It’s all about spirit to spirit—that’s why we all look different on the outside! God isn’t concerned with outward appearances because He’s after the heart. He created us uniquely in how we look, but what unites us is His Spirit connecting with our spirit. That’s why Jesus said we worship the Father in spirit and truth (John 4:23). Our identity isn’t based on what’s seen but on who we are in Him. It’s a beautiful picture of unity—diverse in appearance but one in Christ through the Spirit. Isn’t that incredible?
It is incredible. I would say what it seen is a definite part of things. The Truth comes out of the Unseen but represents itself in part in the Seen. The full picture, The Unseen is what we must learn to trust in its solidity. 😎
This reminds me of the blind man...In John 9, when Jesus heals the blind man, He uses mud made from dust—the very same material God used to create man in Eden—mixed with His saliva. This profound act symbolizes more than physical healing; it reveals Jesus' mission to restore what was lost in Eden. By combining earth with His own essence and requiring the man's participation through washing in Siloam, Jesus demonstrates how He brings us back into full partnership with God. This miracle beautifully illustrates the Gospel's core message: Jesus came to restore not just our physical sight, but our complete relationship with the Father, bringing us back to the fullness of life we were created to experience.
Even if it is with spit and mud👊
I never picked that up about worshiping in spirit and in truth John 4:23 Cool
It is amazing. That is why both of us, regardless of our outward appearances, can appear still look like Him and worship in a unified spirit. Worshiping in spirit and truth is all about connecting with God on a deep, spiritual level. It’s not just about going through the motions or putting on a show. It’s about being real and genuine in our relationship with Him. John tells us that true worshipers will worship the Father in spirit and truth because that’s what He’s looking for. It’s a powerful reminder that our faith is about the heart and spirit, not just outward rituals. Isn’t that incredible?
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