Do you think 2 Corinthians 3 speaks to this "grace to Grace" as "glory to Glory"?
"12Since, then, we have such a hope, we act with great boldness, 13not like Moses, who put a veil over his face to keep the people of Israel from gazing at the end of the glory that was being set aside. 14But their minds were hardened. Indeed, to this very day, when they hear the reading of the old covenant, that same veil is still there, since only in Christ is it set aside. 15Indeed, to this very day whenever Moses is read, a veil lies over their minds; 16but when one turns to the Lord, the veil is removed. 17Now the Lord is the Spirit, and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom. 18And all of us, with unveiled faces, seeing the glory of the Lord as though reflected in a mirror, are being transformed into the same image from one degree of glory to another; for this comes from the Lord, the Spirit."
Makes total sense to me Dr. Beck. Going back to your Theology of Everything, and you may have specifically stated this, it's just that I have slept since then, if at the moment of creation, the created started it's descent back to chaos, it is God's immense grace that explains why we are still here...so of course nonbelievers are "exposed" to it. Mystery solved.
In this poem, the author explores the concept of grace as a guiding force in human nature. The speaker's journey to seek and embrace grace is depicted as a path towards enlightenment and connection with the divine. The recurring theme of grace as a pervasive presence in all aspects of life emphasizes the interconnectedness of human nature with the divine.
The poem reflects on the idea that virtue is not limited to specific beliefs or practices but is a universal quality that emerges from the depths of human nature's longing for God. By highlighting the inherent goodness and potential for virtue within human beings, the author challenges the notion of a rigid divide between nature and grace.
Through the lens of grace permeating all aspects of existence, the poem suggests that the puzzles surrounding the origin and source of virtue dissipate when viewed through a holistic perspective that acknowledges the intrinsic connection between nature and grace. The imagery of light, whispers, and reflections in the poem conveys a sense of spiritual seeking and realization, emphasizing the transformative power of grace in illuminating the path towards inner harmony and divine connection.
Do you think 2 Corinthians 3 speaks to this "grace to Grace" as "glory to Glory"?
"12Since, then, we have such a hope, we act with great boldness, 13not like Moses, who put a veil over his face to keep the people of Israel from gazing at the end of the glory that was being set aside. 14But their minds were hardened. Indeed, to this very day, when they hear the reading of the old covenant, that same veil is still there, since only in Christ is it set aside. 15Indeed, to this very day whenever Moses is read, a veil lies over their minds; 16but when one turns to the Lord, the veil is removed. 17Now the Lord is the Spirit, and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom. 18And all of us, with unveiled faces, seeing the glory of the Lord as though reflected in a mirror, are being transformed into the same image from one degree of glory to another; for this comes from the Lord, the Spirit."
Makes total sense to me Dr. Beck. Going back to your Theology of Everything, and you may have specifically stated this, it's just that I have slept since then, if at the moment of creation, the created started it's descent back to chaos, it is God's immense grace that explains why we are still here...so of course nonbelievers are "exposed" to it. Mystery solved.
Title: Seeking Grace
Yvon Roustan ©
In shadows of the night, I seek for grace,
A guiding light to lead me to embrace.
Through whispers in the wind, I hear a call,
To rise above the darkness, stand tall.
In every corner, grace does reside,
In every heart, a spark does abide.
No matter where we turn or where we roam,
Grace surrounds us, leading us home.
Virtue blooms in the most unlikely places,
In the hearts of all, in various faces.
A reflection of the divine, a glimpse of truth,
Guiding us towards our eternal youth.
In the dance of existence, we find our way,
Grace perfecting nature day by day.
No longer lost in the shadows deep,
But held by grace in eternal keep.
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### Explanation
In this poem, the author explores the concept of grace as a guiding force in human nature. The speaker's journey to seek and embrace grace is depicted as a path towards enlightenment and connection with the divine. The recurring theme of grace as a pervasive presence in all aspects of life emphasizes the interconnectedness of human nature with the divine.
The poem reflects on the idea that virtue is not limited to specific beliefs or practices but is a universal quality that emerges from the depths of human nature's longing for God. By highlighting the inherent goodness and potential for virtue within human beings, the author challenges the notion of a rigid divide between nature and grace.
Through the lens of grace permeating all aspects of existence, the poem suggests that the puzzles surrounding the origin and source of virtue dissipate when viewed through a holistic perspective that acknowledges the intrinsic connection between nature and grace. The imagery of light, whispers, and reflections in the poem conveys a sense of spiritual seeking and realization, emphasizing the transformative power of grace in illuminating the path towards inner harmony and divine connection.