The Old Testament's directive for us to act as kings and priests of the Most High should not be dismissed as merely archaic, particularly given the promise of a future complete inheritance. It appears that, while we have already received these promises in a partial sense, the full realization is still forthcoming. Nonetheless, we must navigate numerous obstacles. It is my belief that we are gradually beginning to honor the true identity delineated in the Old Testament. If we are indeed kings and priests in the present, the rigorous framework of divine justice and judicial fairness is destined to evolve, facilitating complete self-expression. To experience the divinity inherent in all things, it is crucial to accurately define both God and ourselves. However, when God remains entirely unknown to us, we inevitably experience suffering; if we misconceive our own identity, our understanding of God becomes distorted. This is a universal truth. Given that God created us as unique beings, this creation serves as evidence of His own unique existence. Therefore, to become independent entities, we must express ourselves, just as God expresses Himself. Are we kings, priests, or sinners? This question prompts us to seek validation from others. Who are we, truly? Are we rulers in the present, or are we merely integral parts of the body of Christ essential for its entirety? Despite everything, God remains the sovereign of the universe. Why then does He allow us to govern creation? I believe our Father’s legacy has been clearly communicated to us. When we accurately express our divine royal heritage, we reveal how God has meticulously developed us. It is remarkably short-sighted to envision the entire relational paradigm and then create distinct, rigidly regulated categories for individuals and societies, celebrating them as if we can dominate and surpass them. When these exposed elements are fundamentally flawed, the entire paradigm is compromised. To truly understand others, one must transcend oneself and accurately identify people, just as God perfectly identifies each individual. We are not attempting to employ God’s absolute truths as a means of active communication. When God is entirely unknown to us, we lose the ability to discern His true expression within ourselves; without a deep familiarity, understanding our own essence becomes impossible. To express ourselves in a sacred manner, we must possess the capability to do so. As individuals responsible for our own development, knowing ourselves with love is contingent upon encountering God. Thus, it becomes imperative to express our will appropriately, mirroring the accurate expression of God’s will. I do not subscribe to Worm’s theology, which emphasizes strict obedience and his interpretation of the work on the cross. As beings with a future identity, we are fortunate to inherit everything Christ has, but without fully identifying with Christ directly, we fail to reflect the true expression of God in the form He intended for us.
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