That we should be saved from our enemies, and from the hand of all that hate us; to perform the mercy promised to our fathers, and to remember His holy covenant -- the oath which He sware to our father Abraham, that He would grant unto us, that we being delivered out of the hand of our enemies might serve Him without fear, in holiness and righteousness before Him, all the days of our life." (Luke 1:67-75)
"Neither, because they are the seed of Abraham, are they all children: but, In Isaac shall thy seed be called. That is, they which are the children of the flesh, these are not the children of God: but the children of the promise are counted for the seed." (Romans 9:7-8)
And the angel answered and said unto [Mary], "The Holy Ghost shall come upon thee, and the power of the Highest shall overshadow thee: therefore also that holy thing which shall be born of thee shall be called the Son of God." (Luke 1:35)
It is important to recognize that the SEED is not of many or from multiple persons. Indeed, the scriptural references in Galatians defines the SEED as representative of only one person. That the one referred to here is none other than the Christ, who is the child of the Spirit of the one Holy God. Yes, the same God who SEEDED the promised SEEDS to Eve and to Abraham. To this point, Paul states in his epistle to the saints in Galatia:
"Now to Abraham and his seed were the promises made. He saith not, "And to seeds, as of many; but as of one, And to thy seed, which is Christ." (Galatians 3:16)
"Wherefore then serveth the law? It was added because of transgressions, till the Seed should come to whom the promise was made; and it was ordained by angels in the hand of a mediator." (Galatians 3:19)
And the angel answered and said unto [Mary], "The Holy Ghost shall come upon thee, and the power of the Highest shall overshadow thee: therefore also that holy thing which shall be born of thee shall be called the Son of God." (Luke 1:35)
It is important to recognize that the SEED is not of many or from multiple persons. Indeed, the scriptural references in Galatians defines the SEED as representative of only one person. That the one referred to here is none other than the Christ, who is the child of the Spirit of the one Holy God. Yes, the same God who SEEDED the promised SEEDS to Eve and to Abraham. To this point, Paul states in his epistle to the saints in Galatia:
"Now to Abraham and his seed were the promises made. He saith not, "And to seeds, as of many; but as of one, And to thy seed, which is Christ." (Galatians 3:16)
"Wherefore then serveth the law? It was added because of transgressions, till the Seed should come to whom the promise was made; and it was ordained by angels in the hand of a mediator." (Galatians 3:19)
"And if ye be Christ's, then are ye Abraham's seed, and heirs according to the promise." (Galatians 3:29)
The reason for clarifying this point is that there are modern day religious institutions who subscribe to the belief of immaculate conception. The people within these organizations believe this even though according to the scriptures, Mary was not included in the conception. Rather Mary was, by her consent a willing surrogate.
In fact, the genealogy as recorded in Matthew and Luke make no reference to Mary’s natural seed. Rather, the scriptures clearly outline to Mary that the embryo which is conceived within her was of the Holy Ghost. Therefore, what was happening is that Mary consented to be a surrogate. As a consequence of Mary’s willing submission, believers should most certainly acknowledge that Mary was blessed - and blessed as well among women. However, Mary was not blessed above women. This is a key distinction.
Also, note that never in the scriptures was Mary ever hailed as the mother of God. But Mary did rejoice in God her Saviour, because she recognized, like Luke that this fetus carried within was a "holy thing!"But I digress.
As we read in the scriptures, the angel declared to Mary that the holy thing that shall come forth from her shall be called the Son of God. So the wisdom of God counsel now appeared in fashion as a man. Why is this? Because only God could reveal His (formerly) hidden plan of Wisdom. This is why we required God Himself as a Son to speak. The Word had to be veiled in flesh so that we might be able to hear and understand the unveiling (Wisdom) of the mystery of God. Note: the time of these events were spoken of in the scriptures as being the fullness of time.
At that time, JESUS was brought forth. Jesus - who is Himself the Wisdom of God. For it is written that JESUS is the Wisdom of God. "And the child grew, and waxed strong in spirit, filled with wisdom: and the grace of God was upon him." (Luke 2:47) "But unto them which are called, both Jews and Greeks, Christ the power of God, and the wisdom of God." (I Corinthians 1:24)
And, similarly, that JESUS is the Glory of God. "For God, who commanded the light to shine out of darkness, hath shined in our hearts, to give the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ." (II Corinthians 4:6) Therefore, JESUS is the Word of God, who also is the same Wisdom of God.
The Word that was with God and was God was made flesh and dwelt among us and we beheld His glory. (John 1:1-18)
But we without hearing in Word the revealing of the Wisdom of God would still be without understanding. But JESUS as flesh is the living manifestation of the Wisdom of God. Let us see and understand what the scriptures are stating here. One without the other would be like a bird without wings. Where would we be then?
Still, when JESUS spoke, there was something distinctive about His presence. JESUS did not speak like the scribes and the Pharisees. There is a reason for this. That is, JESUS is not only the Wisdom and Glory of God but JESUS is the Power of God too. "For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ: for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth; to the Jew first, and also to the Greek." (Romans 1:16)
For again it is written that His Words were with power. Yes, indeed, His Words were with power. When JESUS' Words of Wisdom and power impacts a person, something happens. Something wonderful happens. The songwriter penned this experience as "oh, for a thousand tongues to sing, To express my tongue indeed would be the pen of a ready writer, I am come that you might have LIFE, a more abundant life."
When the wise men came to see Jesus (as a young child) they worshipped Him. These did not worship Mary. When John the baptizer saw Jesus coming off in the distance, John said, "Behold, the Lamb of God!"
Indeed, "for God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son so that WHOSOEVER BELIEVES IN HIM SHOULD NOT PERISH BUT HAVE EVERLASTING LIFE." (John 3:16)
Most certainly, Mary was with the 120 disciples in the upper room, but she was also waiting for the promise of the Holy Ghost to come upon them, being in prayer and supplication. Acts 1 and 2 further elaborates on the events that transpired, marking the beginning of the New Testament church in this current dispensation of grace. But that is for another day. For this day, press into the Lord Jesus Christ and study the Word that has been given unto us. And if you are still in the Babylonian churches, it is time to "come out," as Jesus said, "so that ye do not suffer their plagues."
More to come. Stand in the offering plate.
The reason for clarifying this point is that there are modern day religious institutions who subscribe to the belief of immaculate conception. The people within these organizations believe this even though according to the scriptures, Mary was not included in the conception. Rather Mary was, by her consent a willing surrogate.
In fact, the genealogy as recorded in Matthew and Luke make no reference to Mary’s natural seed. Rather, the scriptures clearly outline to Mary that the embryo which is conceived within her was of the Holy Ghost. Therefore, what was happening is that Mary consented to be a surrogate. As a consequence of Mary’s willing submission, believers should most certainly acknowledge that Mary was blessed - and blessed as well among women. However, Mary was not blessed above women. This is a key distinction.
Also, note that never in the scriptures was Mary ever hailed as the mother of God. But Mary did rejoice in God her Saviour, because she recognized, like Luke that this fetus carried within was a "holy thing!"But I digress.
As we read in the scriptures, the angel declared to Mary that the holy thing that shall come forth from her shall be called the Son of God. So the wisdom of God counsel now appeared in fashion as a man. Why is this? Because only God could reveal His (formerly) hidden plan of Wisdom. This is why we required God Himself as a Son to speak. The Word had to be veiled in flesh so that we might be able to hear and understand the unveiling (Wisdom) of the mystery of God. Note: the time of these events were spoken of in the scriptures as being the fullness of time.
At that time, JESUS was brought forth. Jesus - who is Himself the Wisdom of God. For it is written that JESUS is the Wisdom of God. "And the child grew, and waxed strong in spirit, filled with wisdom: and the grace of God was upon him." (Luke 2:47) "But unto them which are called, both Jews and Greeks, Christ the power of God, and the wisdom of God." (I Corinthians 1:24)
And, similarly, that JESUS is the Glory of God. "For God, who commanded the light to shine out of darkness, hath shined in our hearts, to give the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ." (II Corinthians 4:6) Therefore, JESUS is the Word of God, who also is the same Wisdom of God.
The Word that was with God and was God was made flesh and dwelt among us and we beheld His glory. (John 1:1-18)
But we without hearing in Word the revealing of the Wisdom of God would still be without understanding. But JESUS as flesh is the living manifestation of the Wisdom of God. Let us see and understand what the scriptures are stating here. One without the other would be like a bird without wings. Where would we be then?
Still, when JESUS spoke, there was something distinctive about His presence. JESUS did not speak like the scribes and the Pharisees. There is a reason for this. That is, JESUS is not only the Wisdom and Glory of God but JESUS is the Power of God too. "For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ: for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth; to the Jew first, and also to the Greek." (Romans 1:16)
For again it is written that His Words were with power. Yes, indeed, His Words were with power. When JESUS' Words of Wisdom and power impacts a person, something happens. Something wonderful happens. The songwriter penned this experience as "oh, for a thousand tongues to sing, To express my tongue indeed would be the pen of a ready writer, I am come that you might have LIFE, a more abundant life."
When the wise men came to see Jesus (as a young child) they worshipped Him. These did not worship Mary. When John the baptizer saw Jesus coming off in the distance, John said, "Behold, the Lamb of God!"
Indeed, "for God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son so that WHOSOEVER BELIEVES IN HIM SHOULD NOT PERISH BUT HAVE EVERLASTING LIFE." (John 3:16)
Most certainly, Mary was with the 120 disciples in the upper room, but she was also waiting for the promise of the Holy Ghost to come upon them, being in prayer and supplication. Acts 1 and 2 further elaborates on the events that transpired, marking the beginning of the New Testament church in this current dispensation of grace. But that is for another day. For this day, press into the Lord Jesus Christ and study the Word that has been given unto us. And if you are still in the Babylonian churches, it is time to "come out," as Jesus said, "so that ye do not suffer their plagues."
More to come. Stand in the offering plate.
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