Paul (Saul) whilst journeying toward Damascus had his journey interrupted. Up until this point, Paul had been persecuting those who were followers of JESUS. But this day, on his journey, Paul became surrounded by a light that was much brighter than the noon day sun. Paul immediately exclaimed, "Who are you Lord?" A voice from within the light answered Paul saying, "I AM JESUS."
God had descended, revealing Himself in the man JESUS the Christ who was God manifest in the flesh. “GOD in CHRIST." The same God JESUS who descended now ascends to where He was prior to His descent and meeting Paul as he journeyed. "For God who was in Christ is now the CHRIST IN GOD.”
Stephen's experience as a believer provides another example. Whilst Stephen was being stoned to death by a mob of religious fanatics who could not handle the truth, their feet being stuck in tradition, they became Stephen’s judge, jury, and executioner. Little did they know at the time that this action against Stephen was the beginning for cutting off the Jews. Neither did they recognize that wtihin God's redemptive plan, that this action would lead to the introduction of the Gentiles into God’s redemptive plan.
In reviewing the scriptures, we read that Stephen, being full of the Holy Spirit, looked up steadfastly into Heaven, saw the Glory of God and Jesus standing on the right hand of God. Note that JESUS standing indicates a new chapter in God’s redemptive plan. "Behold I see the heavens opened, and the Son of man standing on the right hand of God." Still, they stoned Stephen who was calling upon God saying, "LORD JESUS, RECEIVE MY SPIRIT."
Yes, truly JESUS IS THE CHRIST IN GOD. Peace to all in JESUS.
All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness
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