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““the Son of God did not then begin to exist, being with the Father from the beginning; but when He became incarnate, and was made man, He commenced afresh the long line of human beings, and furnished us, in a brief, comprehensive manner, with salvation; so that what we had lost in Adam—namely, to be according to the image and likeness of God—that we might recover in Christ Jesus.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Christ’s incarnation restores humanity’s lost divine image, offering salvation through Him.
In simple terms: Jesus restores what Adam lost, giving salvation.
Key Takeaway
Embrace the restored divine nature.
Themes
salvation
divine image
incarnation
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
theological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal devotion
- church teaching
- ethical living
- spiritual counseling
Key Concepts
theology
redemption
anthropology
Questions to Reflect On
- How does this view shape your faith?
- What does “image of God” mean today?
A Different Perspective
Interpretations vary across denominations.