There are so many verses that claim that as a Christian you live IN Christ, Christ also lives IN you, we live IN Him.
Jesus said to the audience, "I told you these things so you can have peace IN me" (John 16:33).
Jesus prays to the Lord, "Father, I pray that they can be one. As you are IN me and I am IN you, I pray that they can also be ONE IN US. (John 17:21)
Jesus continues praying, "I showed them what you are like, and I will show them again. Then they will have the same love that you have for me, and I will live IN them." (John 17:26)
Its hard to say what these verse mean. It seems that as Christians, we are desired to become part of God, to be ONE with God just as Jesus is ONE with God!! Many people, including Jews and Muslims would never be able to fathom this. However... something tells me that not only is this true but it is a remarkable and humble gift.
Is that because Jews and Muslims don't believe in Jesus? Or is that those religions in no way teach the desire to become One with God.
ReplyDeleteCheck out the what the Muslims call Tawhid and Measuring Out. You may be surprised about how little Christians, as well as many other religions, are able to fathom the complex metaphysic philosophies involved with becoming one with God.
I am not saying that Christians aren't the chosen people (Jews and Muslims can fight for that title as well, though). I am just bringing a suggestion your way, don't assume other religions don't have just as, or even more of, a personal relationship with their god.