“I come in the flesh to reveal the Father in new glory and to show forth his love and mercy to all men on all worlds.” (142:2.2)
The words “I come in the flesh to reveal the Father in new glory and to show forth his love and mercy to all men on all worlds,” should immediately make us think about the incredible gift that has been bestowed upon humanity. These words invite us to contemplate the embodiment of divinity in human form, the remarkable revelation of the Father’s love and mercy to all beings across the vast expanse of existence. The verse speaks of a purposeful descent, a conscious decision of divine intervention to bridge the gap between the Creator and the created.
“I come in the flesh” resonates with the truth that the Divine chose to manifest in human form, to walk among us, to experience the joys and sorrows of mortal life. This act of incarnation reveals the depth of the Father’s love, His desire to intimately connect with each one of us. It is a declaration that we are not abandoned or forsaken, but rather embraced by a compassionate and caring God. With all that is taking place in this evil world, doesn’t it bring you comfort knowing that God cares for us and that He has not abandoned us?
Why would the Creator of all things choose to reveal Himself in such a way? The verse answers this question, proclaiming that this revelation is intended to unveil the Father “in new glory.” It is an invitation to behold the divine nature in a fresh light, to witness the beauty and splendor of God’s character in a tangible and relatable manner. This revelation is a universal proclamation that resounds across all realms, reaching far beyond the boundaries of our own planet Urantia. The words affirm that the Father’s love and mercy extend to all men on all worlds. They speak of an inclusive and all-encompassing love, a love that embraces the entirety of creation.
In this message, we find hope and solace. It reminds us that we are not alone, that we are part of a grand cosmic plan. It calls us to recognize that every soul is precious to God, for they too are recipients of the Father’s love and mercy. This revelation of the Father’s love and mercy is not limited to events of the past. It is a continuous and ever-present reality. Each day, we have the opportunity to experience the Divine Presence, to witness the Father’s love manifesting in our lives and the lives of those around us.
Application
Applying the verse “I come in the flesh to reveal the Father in new glory and to show forth his love and mercy to all men on all worlds,” means embracing the incredible gift bestowed upon humanity and contemplating the embodiment of divinity in human form. It reminds us that God chose to intimately connect with us, experiencing the joys and sorrows of mortal life, revealing the depth of His love and care. This revelation unveils the Father’s glory and invites us to witness the beauty of His character. It is a universal proclamation of an all-encompassing love that extends to all beings across the vastness of creation. In recognizing this, we find hope, solace, and a sense of belonging to a grand cosmic plan. It calls us to value every soul as precious, as recipients of God’s love and mercy. This revelation is not limited to the past but is a continuous reality, presenting us daily opportunities to experience the Divine Presence in our lives and share His love with others.
Questions for Personal Study
1. What does the statement “I come in the flesh to reveal the Father in new glory and to show forth his love and mercy to all men on all worlds” suggest about the gift bestowed upon humanity?
2. How does the embodiment of divinity in human form reveal the Father’s love and mercy to all beings?
3. What does the verse imply about the purposeful descent and conscious decision of divine intervention?
4. How does the act of incarnation demonstrate the depth of the Father’s love and His desire to connect with each individual?
5. In a world filled with evil, how does the knowledge of God’s care and non-abandonment bring us comfort?
6. Why would the Creator choose to make a revelation in human form, and how does it unveil the Father “in new glory”?
7. What does the invitation to behold the divine nature in a fresh light imply about witnessing the beauty and splendor of God’s character?
8. How does the universal proclamation of the Father’s love and mercy extend beyond the boundaries of our own planet and embrace beings in other worlds?
9. How does recognizing that every soul is precious to God bring us hope and solace?
10. In what ways can we experience the continuous and ever-present reality of the Father’s love and mercy in our daily lives and the lives of those around us?
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