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Apostles Quote by Ernest Holmes

“The Apostle John said, " Beloved, now we are the sons of God." He didn't say by and by we are going to become sons of God. He said we are that now, today, this moment. " Now we are the sons of God, and it doth not yet appear what we shall be but we know that, when he shall appear, we shall be like…” quote by Ernest Holmes
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“The Apostle John said, " Beloved, now we are the sons of God." He didn't say by and by we are going to become sons of God. He said we are that now, today, this moment. " Now we are the sons of God, and it doth not yet appear what we shall be but we know that, when he shall appear, we shall be like him; for we shallsee him as he is"”

Ernest Holmes

About This Quote

Affirms present identity as children of God, not a future status, emphasizing immediate spiritual belonging and future transformation into Christ's likeness.

In simple terms: Identity as God's children now, future likeness to Christ.

Key Takeaway

Present spiritual identity, future transformation.

Themes

Identity Spiritual Belonging Eschatology Transformation Christology

Mood

Hopeful Reverent Assured

Type

Theological Inspirational

When to use this quote

  • Personal prayer
  • Church teaching
  • Christian counseling
  • Bible study
  • Spiritual formation

Key Concepts

Divine sonship Present reality Future hope

Practical Applications

  • Theerminal identity
  • Encouraging believers

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does recognizing current sonship affect daily living?
  • What does 'like him' imply for personal growth?
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