Believing into God VS Believing into the Lord VS Believing into Christ
John 15:4-5 "Remain in me, as I also remain in you. ... If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit."
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Comparison Item |
Believing into God |
Believing into the Lord |
Believing into Christ |
|---|---|---|---|
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Meaning |
Subjectively entering into God, establishing an intimate relationship with God |
Entering into the Lord, becoming one with the Lord |
Establishing an organic union with Christ, being fully immersed in Christ |
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Distinction |
Emphasizes establishing a personal relationship with God |
Emphasizes the relationship and oneness with the Lord Jesus |
Emphasizes the organic union with Christ in life |
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Explanation |
Not just objectively believing in God's existence, but actively entering into God's presence |
Through faith, entering into the Lord, enjoying all that the Lord has accomplished for us |
Through faith, having a life union with Christ, becoming organically one |
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Examples |
Like Abraham, not only believing God's promises but also establishing an intimate relationship with God |
Like the Apostle John, not only believing in Jesus but also having intimate fellowship with Him |
Like the Apostle Paul, living out "It is no longer I who live, but Christ lives in me" |
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Application |
Seeking to walk with God in daily life, entering into God's presence |
Relying on the Lord in life, enjoying the Lord's presence and supply |
Allowing Christ's life to grow within us, living out Christ's likeness |
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Related Scripture |
John 14:1-2 "Do not let your hearts be troubled. You believe in God; believe also in me." |
John 3:15 "that everyone who believes may have eternal life in him." |
John 15:4-5 "Remain in me, as I also remain in you. ... If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit." |
This table summarizes the main differences and commonalities among the concepts of "Believing into God," "Believing into the Lord," and "Believing into Christ." While these concepts have subtle differences, they all emphasize a profound, intimate relationship between the believer and God/Lord/Christ, far surpassing merely believing in Their existence.
These three concepts reflect different aspects of the Christian faith:
- * "Believing into God" emphasizes establishing a personal relationship with the Creator.
- * "Believing into the Lord" focuses on accepting Jesus Christ as one's personal Savior and Lord of life.
- * "Believing into Christ" further emphasizes the life union with Christ, allowing His life to be lived out in the believer.
It's worth noting that these three concepts are not mutually exclusive, but rather complementary. Together, they paint a comprehensive picture of faith, encouraging believers to fully experience God in their faith life.
*Please refer to the 2024 Summer Live Training - Experiencing, Enjoying, and Expressing Christ (1) Message Eleven: In the Father's House - Living in the Place Prepared for Us through Christ's Death and Resurrection
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