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The Circumcision of Christ (Luke 2:21)
Manage episode 428690034 series 1113854
This passage focuses the circumcision and naming of Jesus, which took place eight days after His birth, fulfilling the Law of Moses. This act symbolizes Jesus' full identification with humanity and His submission to God's Law from the very beginning. Naming Him Jesus, which means 'the Lord saves,' foreshadows His mission to save His people from their sins. It points to the incarnation of God in Jesus, who came to live a perfect life and fulfill the Law on our behalf as one who will die a cursed death. His resurrection confirms his perfection and the promise of the covenant of grace.
99 episodes
Manage episode 428690034 series 1113854
This passage focuses the circumcision and naming of Jesus, which took place eight days after His birth, fulfilling the Law of Moses. This act symbolizes Jesus' full identification with humanity and His submission to God's Law from the very beginning. Naming Him Jesus, which means 'the Lord saves,' foreshadows His mission to save His people from their sins. It points to the incarnation of God in Jesus, who came to live a perfect life and fulfill the Law on our behalf as one who will die a cursed death. His resurrection confirms his perfection and the promise of the covenant of grace.
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