In His Incarnation Christ Assumed

(Continued) In His incarnation, Christ assumed our humanity to become the Redeemer of humankind, to raise the fallen, to seek the lost, and to serve as our perfect example. He came to reveal His immeasurable love, to redeem us from sin and death, and to restore us to life. The Son, born of the Virgin Mary, fasted, was baptized, preached the Gospel, and was crucified on Calvary, giving His life for our salvation. On the third day, He triumphed over death, and after forty days, He ascended into heaven. He will come again, bringing perfection and glory. When He returns, all those who pierced Him will behold His majesty. The teachings of the Orthodox Tewahedo Church concerning the mystical incarnation elucidate our belief in the unity of the divine and human natures in Christ. Although some may label us as Monophysites, associating our Church with a belief in the mingling or absorption of the natures, our faith is not Monophysite in nature. Such assertions stem from misunderstandings and misinterpretations of the teachings of revered figures like Adeshke, who, despite his devoutness, deviated from the Orthodox understanding of the Trinity. Scholars often recount his teachings as examples of misguided monastic fervor rather than authoritative theological positions. When the Orthodox Tewahedo Church proclaims "Tewahedo" (Oneness), it signifies the unity of the two natures without one destroying or consuming the other. The unity of their essence is not singular but composite. St. Cyril of Alexandria, a renowned Church Father, unveils the mystery of Christ's incarnation as the mystery of salvation, affirming that before Christ became man, He was God, and when He assumed humanity, He remained fully God. In contemplating the mystery of the incarnation, we are humbled by the profound love and mercy of God. Through His voluntary self-emptying, the Word became flesh to dwell among us, revealing the path of salvation and offering us the opportunity for eternal communion with Him. Let us meditate on the incarnation, embracing its depth and significance, as we marvel at the infinite wisdom and grace of our Lord Jesus Christ. May the name of the Holy God be praised forever and ever in every tongue that He has created, today and always. May the blessings of God's mother, the virgin, and the cross be upon us. Amen. ©John's Repentance Reach out to us on our social media platforms and share it with your friends: https://linktr.ee/johnsrepentance