UNVEILING JESUS: The Divine Mystery and Our Role"

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WORD EXPLOSION 2024| DAY2 |THE HOLY SPIRIT, NOT FLESH &BLOOD| with CHIMDI & FUNKE OHAHUNA. John 1: 8 (Phi) In our previous episode, we focused on the example of John the Baptist, who had a private and individual encounter with the Father. This encounter allowed him to witness about the Messiah Jesus on a personal level. We also discussed the concept of the word of God walking and working, and how it is possible to see Jesus but not recognize Him if we lack a personal relationship with the Holy Spirit. This revelation opened our eyes to the importance of connecting with the Holy Spirit in order to live in unity and have the same mindsets as Christ. we will be exploring a powerful truth that is often overlooked in our understanding of Christianity. Peter, one of Jesus' closest disciples, When Jesus asked his disciples who they thought he was, Peter answered, 'You are the Christ, the Son of the living God.' Jesus then tells Peter that this revelation did not come from flesh and blood, but from the Father in heaven. This statement is a powerful reminder that we, as humans, cannot fully comprehend the depths of who Jesus is. This truth is further emphasized in the book of Matthew 16 verse 17, where Jesus says, 'Blessed are you, Simon son of Jonah, for this was not revealed to you by flesh and blood, but by my Father in heaven.' This Scripture shows us that even though Peter spent a significant amount of time with Jesus, it was not enough for him to fully understand his identity. It was only through the revelation of the Father that Peter was able to declare that Jesus is the Son of God. This same truth applies to John the Baptist, who also did not receive the revelation of Jesus from flesh and blood. Despite being the one who baptized Jesus and having a close relationship with him, John did not fully understand Jesus' identity until the Holy Spirit revealed it to him. This shows us that even those who were closest to Jesus could not grasp the fullness of who he was through human understanding. As believers, we must understand that it is not our job to reveal Jesus to others. We can point people to him and present his teachings, but it is the Holy Spirit who reveals Jesus to us. As a teacher or minister of the gospel, it is futile to try and reveal Jesus to others through our own efforts. This is because flesh and blood can never fully comprehend the depth and complexity of who Jesus is. In fact, in the same Scripture, we see that the disciples were only able to reveal what flesh and blood had told them. Some thought Jesus was Elijah, some a prophet, and some even thought he was John the Baptist. This is because they were operating on a flesh and blood level, relying on human understanding and perceptions. But the revelation of the Father goes beyond what flesh and blood can comprehend. It is a deep, personal knowledge of Jesus that can only come from the Holy Spirit. This is why Jesus tells Peter that he is blessed, because he received this revelation from the Father. As children of God, we must not rely on flesh and blood to understand Jesus. We must seek the Holy Spirit and allow him to reveal Jesus to us. This is the only way we can truly know and understand the depth of his love, his sacrifice, and his teachings. In conclusion, we must remember that flesh and blood cannot reveal Jesus. It is only through the Holy Spirit that we can truly know him. Let us seek the Father for a deeper revelation of Jesus and allow the Holy Spirit to guide us in our understanding. Thank you for tuning in to this episode, and we hope it has helped you to understand this truth better. Don't forget to share your feedback and questions with us, and if you find solace and strength in our podcast, please consider supporting us through our giving channels. Find all the details on our website. Any questions arising from this study can be submitted to [e-mail], check our bio to give your love offerings. Jesus is Lord. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gracelife-comi/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gracelife-comi/support