Believing into God VS Believing into the Lord VS Believing into Christ

 

Believing into God VS Believing into the Lord VS Believing into Christ

 

John 15:4-5 "Remain in me, as I also remain in you. ... If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit."

 

Comparison Item	Believing into God	Believing into the Lord	Believing into Christ
Meaning	Subjectively entering into God, establishing an intimate relationship with God	Entering into the Lord, becoming one with the Lord	Establishing an organic union with Christ, being fully immersed in Christ
Distinction	Emphasizes establishing a personal relationship with God	Emphasizes  the relationship and oneness with the Lord Jesus	Emphasizes  the organic union with Christ in life
Explanation	Not just objectively believing in God's existence, but actively entering into God's presence	Through faith, entering into the Lord, enjoying all that the Lord has accomplished for us	Through faith,  having a life union with Christ, becoming organically one
Examples	Like Abraham, not only believing God's promises but also establishing an intimate relationship with God	Like the Apostle John, not only believing in Jesus but also having intimate fellowship with Him	Like the Apostle Paul, living out "It is no longer I who live, but Christ lives in me"
Application	Seeking to walk with God in daily life, entering into God's presence	Relying on the Lord in life, enjoying the Lord's presence and supply	Allowing Christ's life to grow within us, living out Christ's likeness
Related Scripture	John 14:1-2 "Do not let your hearts be troubled. You believe in God; believe also in me."	John 3:15 "that everyone who believes may have eternal life in him."	John 15:4-5 "Remain in me, as I also remain in you. ... If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit."

 

 

This table summarizes the main differences and commonalities among the concepts of "Believing into God," "Believing into the Lord," and "Believing into Christ." While these concepts have subtle differences, they all emphasize a profound, intimate relationship between the believer and God/Lord/Christ, far surpassing merely believing in Their existence.

 

These three concepts reflect different aspects of the Christian faith:

 

l   "Believing into God" emphasizes establishing a personal relationship with the Creator.

l   "Believing into the Lord" focuses on accepting Jesus Christ as one's personal Savior and Lord of life.

l   "Believing into Christ" further emphasizes the life union with Christ, allowing His life to be lived out in the believer.

 

It's worth noting that these three concepts are not mutually exclusive, but rather complementary. Together, they paint a comprehensive picture of faith, encouraging believers to fully experience God in their faith life.

 

*Please refer to the 2024 Summer Live Training - Experiencing, Enjoying, and Expressing Christ (1) Message Eleven: In the Father's House - Living in the Place Prepared for Us through Christ's Death and Resurrection