-November 10, 2024-
Good morning, happy Tuesday,
“And without controversy great is the mystery of godliness: God was manifested in the flesh, justified in the Spirit, seen by angels, preached among the Gentiles, believed on in the world, received up in glory.”
(1 Timothy 3:16).
Yesterday we considered the first phrase, “God was manifested in the flesh.” This speaks of the incarnation and how Jesus became human flesh, yet without sin. He was perfect God and perfect man.
There are some scholars who believe that there is a chronological order here in our verse. It is a very reasonable conclusion based on each of the phrases.
Today’s phrase is, “justified in the Spirit.” When Jesus was conceived, He was conceived by the Holy Spirit. Later on when our Savior was baptized by John, the Holy Spirit descended on Him like a dove. Also, the Holy Spirit led Him into the wilderness to be tempted by the devil.
Jesus was justified in the Spirit. He relied on the Holy Spirit’s power to heal people, do miracles, and proclaim the gospel of the kingdom. Even when He was raised from the dead, it was by the power of the Spirit.
Jesus promised that after His ascension, the Helper (the Holy Spirit) would come to dwell in them. The Trinity was involved in our salvation: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
We as believers are led by the Spirit, filled with the Spirit, gifted by the Spirit, and empowered by the Spirit. Let us follow the Spirit’s leading and rely on His power.
Have a blessed day walking in the Spirit. Stay safe and healthy.
Relying on the Spirit, not on ourselves.
Dean
Dean Allen's Daily Devotional 