What the Bible says about God in Christ
(From Forerunner Commentary)

2 Corinthians 5:19 "that is, that God was in Christ" - There are two possible meanings of the word "in." The primary usage indicates "by means of": "God was, by means of Christ, reconciling the world to Himself." It is true that the world is becoming reconciled to God by means of Christ because He is the payment for sin. The secondary use, if intended at all, would mean "in union with": "God was, in union with Christ, reconciling the world to Himself." Whenever this little word "in" comes up, one must consider its application, not assuming we know what it means. John W. Ritenbaugh Image and Likeness of God (Part Four) Related Topics: Christ as the Payment for Sin | God was, by means of Christ, reconciling | God was, in union with Christ, reconciling | Reconciliation | Reconciliation with God

 

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