1 Corinthians 2:8-9 Which none of the princes of this world knew: for had they known it, they would not have crucified the Lord of glory.… I. THE ESSENTIAL GLORY OF CHRIST, which He hath as God from everlasting; which is unspeakable and inconceivable glory (Philippians 2:6). He has a peerage or equality with His Father in glory (John 10:30). And again, "All things that the Father hath are Mine(John 16:15), the same name, the same nature, the same essential properties, the same will, and the same glory. II. THE MEDIATORIAL GLORY OF CHRIST is exceeding great. This is proper to Him as the Head of the Church, which He hath purchased with His own blood (Philippians 2:9, 10). 1. The fulness of grace inherent in Him. The humanity of Christ is filled with grace, as the sun with light (John 1:14), excelling all the saints in spiritual lustre and gracious excellencies. 2. The dignity and authority put upon Him. He is crowned King in Sion; all power in heaven and earth is given unto Him (Matthew 28:18), He is a Law-giver to the Church (James 4:12). 3. Jesus Christ shall have glory and honour ascribed to Him for evermore by angels and saints, upon the account of His mediatorial work; this some divines call His passive glory, the glory which He is said to receive from His redeemed ones (Revelation 5:8-10).Inferences; 1. How wonderful was the love of Christ, the Lord of Glory, to be so abased and humbled as He was for us vile and sinful dust! 2. How transcendently glorious is the advancement of believers by their union with the Lord of Glory! 3. Is Jesus Christ the Lord of Glory? Then, let no man count himself dishonoured by suffering the vilest indignities for His sake. 4. Is Christ the Lord of Glory? How glorious then shall the saints one day be, when they shall be made like this glorious Lord, and partake of His glory in heaven! (John 17:22.) 5. How hath the devil blindfolded and deluded them that are frightened off from Christ by the fears of being dishonoured by Him! 6. If Christ be the Lord of Glory, how careful should all be who profess Him that they do not dishonour Jesus Christ, whose name is called upon by them! 7. What delight should Christians take in their daily converse with Jesus Christ in the way of duty! 8. If Christ be so glorious, how should believers long to be with Him, and behold him in His glory above! (John Flavel.) Parallel Verses KJV: Which none of the princes of this world knew: for had they known it, they would not have crucified the Lord of glory. |
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