The Divinity of Jesus Christ and the Mechanics of Salvation

Theological Foundations of the Son of God

  • Acceptance of Divinity: To be a Christian, one must accept that Jesus Christ is God and the Son of God is God.
  • The Foundation of Creation: The Son of God represents the foundation of His church and all of His creation.
  • The Word Manifested: Creation is defined as the "Word" that came forth from God, manifested, and established its own residence, described as the "Holy Assembly."
  • Purpose of Creation: Through this process, God was able to create mankind and bring the Son of God to Earth. Believing in this serves as a "prime requisite" for being a believer.

The Incarnation and the Identity of Emmanuel

  • The Annunciation: The Angel Gabriel appeared to the Virgin Mary, stating she would give birth to a boy called Jesus, who would be known as the Son of God.
  • Emmanuel: Jesus is referred to in the Gospel as "Emmanuel," signifying that the baby born to Mary is God with us.
  • Distinguishing Jesus from Other Prophets:
    • Other prophets were given missions, and their parents may have known of their destiny, but they lived lives separate from their families.
    • Jesus’ life was uniquely connected to His mother because she gave birth as a virgin and remained part of His life.
  • Context of Unity: The connection between the Virgin and Jesus leads to the belief that together, the child is Emmanuel and the Son of God. This is stated as the condition of the Gospel, setting aside considerations of what existed before the world's creation.

The Baptism and the "Three Entities"

  • Baptismal Companion: Upon His baptism, Jesus became the companion of the Holy Spirit.
  • Simeon’s Prophecy: When Mary presented Jesus at the temple, Simeon accepted the child, declaring Him a salvation for Israel. He prophesied to Mary that a "sword will pierce her soul."
  • Unity Through Suffering:
    • While other prophets separated from family, Jesus and His mother remained connected through her "pierced" soul.
    • Mary's soul was with Jesus; her "blessedness and blamelessness" became the grace of Jesus Christ.
  • The Composition of the Son of God: It is noted that the Holy Spirit "welcomed them," and the Spirit was born in water and spirit (though not yet in flesh at that stage).
  • Heavenly Affirmation: A voice from heaven declared, "This is my son with whom I am pleased."
  • Combined Identity: The speaker identifies three entities together—Jesus, the Spirit, and the Mother’s soul—that are collectively and forever called the Son of God.

The Passion, Flesh, and Blood

  • Ministry Order: John the Baptist ministered first to save Israel, followed by the ministry of Jesus Christ.
  • The Passover Meal: Jesus sat with His disciples and blessed His flesh and blood, telling them they were eating it, though it was described as "yet to be."
  • Personal Consumption: Jesus Himself ate and drank from His own flesh and blood.
  • Analysis of the Flesh:
    • Mary’s flesh and Jesus’ flesh are "flesh from our flesh."
    • The companion Spirit is not flesh.
    • A metaphysical rule is noted: "You cannot eat the flesh of a living person. You have to kill it first."
  • The Source of the Sacrifice: The flesh and blood were the flesh and blood of the Virgin Mary that Jesus "took," making it both hers and His.
  • The Completion of Prophecy: When Jesus was crucified and pierced, Mary transitioned. The prophecy of the sword piercing her soul ended at the cross.
  • The Head of Prophecy: The speaker states that Mary was a prophet, but the "head of prophecy was cut" when she was "cut," which lasted until the "head of Jesus Christ was cut," at which point she regained her life separate from the previous unity with Him.
  • Transfer of Care: Jesus said to Mary, "Here is your baby, John," and to John, "Here is your mother," signaling she had served her purpose in the entity of the Son of God.

Resurrection and the State of the Holy Spirit

  • The Three Days: Jesus remained in the "heart of the earth" for 33 days and 33 nights.
  • Sunday Morning Resurrection: The Holy Spirit resurrected on Sunday morning. No one could touch Him because He was the Holy Spirit who did not go through the "tribulation" (it was Jesus the man who went through the tribulation and was in heaven).
  • Sunday Night Ascension: On Sunday night, He ascended and "brought forward Jesus Christ." At this point, they could touch Him because the "piercing" was for them (the believers).
  • Secondary Baptism: The Father baptized Him, and a "third spirit" (similar to one previously brought from heaven) arrived, enabling Him to perform miracles and give the Holy Spirit to the disciples.
  • Finality of Suffering: Jesus will not suffer crucifixion again; He has already suffered it through this Holy Spirit.

The Nature of God and Mankind

  • One God: God is one and has existed since before creation, in former days and latter days, through all generations.
  • The Act of Creation: God made all things "out of that which is not." He created both good and evil.
  • Humanity's Special Status:
    • Mankind was the 22nd22^{\text{nd}} creation.
    • Humans were created in the image and likeness of the Creator.
    • Humanity has "life," which is their "light."
    • Other creations lacked "perpetual life" and eventually died off.
  • The New Creation: After facing death on the cross, Jesus became the "new creation," from which the Church and the Holy Spirit were given.

The Church as the Holy Temple

  • The Holy Spirit's Shelter: The Holy Spirit sought shelter, which was first provided in the cattle's manger.
  • The Flesh as the Temple: The flesh is the shelter of the Holy Spirit. After the flesh passed away and was brought back into existence after 33 days and 33 nights, it was made the temple for the Spirit.
  • Global Presence:
    • The holy temple was once in Jerusalem through Solomon, the son of David.
    • Through Christ, the temple is now the Church assembled throughout the limits of the world.
    • This is described as the "rock" covering the whole earth.
  • The Lord's Day: Jesus, the King of Kings, will return on the Lord's Day in the glory of the Father, at which time the dead will arise.

The Bread of Life and the Anointed One

  • Manna vs. True Bread: In the desert, Israel ate manna but died. Jesus provides the flesh as "real food" and blood as "real drink" to ensure everlasting life.
  • Restoration to Glory: The Word became flesh to restore humanity to the glory Adam and Eve had in paradise.
  • The Anointing: While in the synagogue, Jesus opened the book of Isaiah and declared, "the spirit of God is on me," confirming He is the Anointed One, teacher, and master.
  • The Lamb of God: Jesus is described as the "sheep" whose death erases the sins of men.
  • Affection through Suffering: Believers love Jesus not just for His righteousness, but because of His suffering and the gift of His flesh and blood.

Faith, Grace, and the Path to the Kingdom

  • Healing through Faith: Jesus healed those outside of Israel because of their faith, proving Himself a compassionate caregiver.
  • The Necessity of Faith: Those who have received the Holy Spirit and accepted Jesus as Savior will be saved. Without faith in the Son, one cannot have this life.
  • Overcoming the World: Faith provides power over life struggles and temptations, allowing entry into the Kingdom.
  • Born Again: Believers are born again in spirit and water, allowing them to see the Son of Man sitting at the right side of God.
  • The Apostolic Path: The apostles followed the likeness of Christ, and believers follow the apostles to inherit the Kingdom. The keys to the Kingdom were received in faith.
  • The Value of Life: Eternal life is cherished because it was "paid for by the blood of Jesus Christ."
  • Final Judgment: Men will enter judgment if they do not believe in the Anointed One this time.
  • Abiding in the Spirit: Since believers have the Holy Spirit (the bread of life), they will not "go thirsting for sin" but will enjoy life and sustenance through Christ.