863 From the DG Vault: “Raised Up with Christ: Grace That Lifts Us” (Episode 613)
Thursday, October 8th: In Part 3, John explores the elevation of grace: not only are we forgiven—we are raised and seated with Christ in the heavenly realms. This is more than poetic language. In the Greco-Roman world, to be seated with a king meant sharing in his victory and authority. Paul is saying that by grace, believers now participate in Jesus’ resurrection and reign. John connects this to the First Nations Version’s phrase “the highest place in the spirit-world,” reminding listeners that salvation is not just about avoiding hell—it’s about new life and new status. Grace doesn’t merely…
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