The Dawn of a New Humanity
At the heart of Christianity lies a profound truth: Jesus Christ’s resurrection from the dead is conclusive evidence of His divine origin. But this pivotal event has far-reaching implications that extend beyond the realm of salvation. It marks the beginning of a new era, a second Genesis, where humanity is reborn and transformed.
Two Species of Man
The apostle Paul sheds light on this concept in 1 Corinthians 15:45, stating, “The first man, Adam, became a living soul. The last Adam became a life-giving spirit.” The term “Adam” represents humanity, and we are now faced with two distinct species of man. The first is the descendant of sinful Adam, driven by carnal desires and bound by the limitations of the human experience. This natural man is consumed by the needs of his soul, controlled by fears, physical needs, and intellectual boundaries.
The Spirit-Centred Man
In contrast, the second species of man is Spirit-centred, with thoughts, dreams, and experiences originating from the Holy Spirit. This Christ-man is driven by a desire to conform to Christ, rather than attaining worldly success. While the natural man lives to receive, the Spirit-centred man lives to give, embodying the essence of a “life-giving spirit.”
A New Creation
From God’s perspective, humanity is divided into two fundamental categories: those controlled by their souls and those controlled by the Holy Spirit. One race is destined for perdition, while the other will live eternally. The first Adam transmitted sin, weakness, and death to his offspring, whereas the second Adam, Christ, bestows virtue, power, and eternal life upon the children of God.
Reborn in Christ
As the Bible declares, “If any man is in Christ, he is a new creature; the old things passed away; behold, new things have come” (2 Corinthians 5:17). We are not merely mortal beings attempting to live spiritually; we are spiritual entities temporarily inhabiting human bodies. If you have received Christ into your life, you are part of this new Genesis, possessing a new nature that is the very life of Christ – a life-giving Spirit.
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