--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: It is an early step in this knowledge of…" description: "\"“It is an early step in this knowledge of Christ, to know and to believe that Jesus Christ is Lord; to know that Christ is God, divine to me; that Chri..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/a2a/spurgeon-charles-h-70178_knowledge_it-is-an-early-step-in-this-knowledge-of_727532.jpg" --- # It is an early step in this knowledge of Christ, to know… ![“It is an early step in this knowledge of Christ, to know and to believe that Jesus Christ is Lord; to know that Christ is God, divine to me; that Christ is man, brother to me—bone of my bone and flesh of my flesh—that as such he is a sin-subduing Savior; that he is for me an intercessor, pleading…” quote by Spurgeon, Charles H](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/a2a/spurgeon-charles-h-70178_knowledge_it-is-an-early-step-in-this-knowledge-of_727532.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/a2a/spurgeon-charles-h-70178_knowledge_it-is-an-early-step-in-this-knowledge-of_727532.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/a2a/spurgeon-charles-h-70178_knowledge_it-is-an-early-step-in-this-knowledge-of_727532.jpg) > ““It is an early step in this knowledge of Christ, to know and to believe that Jesus Christ is Lord; to know that Christ is God, divine to me; that Christ is man, brother to me—bone of my bone and flesh of my flesh—that as such he is a sin-subduing Savior; that he is for me an intercessor, pleading before the throne; my prophet, priest, and king—in this sense I trust that most of you know him. If you do not, breathe the silent prayer now, "Lord, help me that I may know him." But this knowledge of recognition is comparatively a low attainment, one of the lowest rounds of the ladder of light. from sermon called " Do You know Him”” Spurgeon, Charles H ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. True knowledge of Christ involves recognizing Him as divine, human, and savior, then trusting Him personally. **In simple terms:** Know Christ as God and man, then trust Him. Key Takeaway Cultivate personal relationship with Christ. Themes faith spirituality knowledge trust Mood contemplative devotional Type sermon theological When to use this quote - personal prayer - Bible study - church fellowship - daily devotion Key Concepts Divine nature human nature salvation Questions to Reflect On - How deep is your personal trust? - What steps deepen your relationship? 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