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Christ is the Word of God. It is not in certain texts…

“Christ is the Word of God. It is not in certain texts written in the New Testament, valuable as they are; it is not in certain words which Jesus spoke, vast as is their preciousness; it is in the Word, which Jesus is, that the great manifestation of God is made.” quote by Phillips Brooks
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“Christ is the Word of God. It is not in certain texts written in the New Testament, valuable as they are; it is not in certain words which Jesus spoke, vast as is their preciousness; it is in the Word, which Jesus is, that the great manifestation of God is made.”

Phillips Brooks

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Divine identity is found in Christ Himself, not merely in written or spoken words.

In simple terms: Christ embodies God's word.

Key Takeaway

Recognize Christ as divine presence.

Themes

theology faith Christology

Mood

reverent inspirational

Type

spiritual doctrinal

When to use this quote

  • worship
  • personal devotion
  • teaching

Key Concepts

incarnation revelation spiritual truth

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you experience Christ in daily life?
  • What practices deepen this recognition?
A Different Perspective

Focusing solely on text may miss lived experience.

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