Comparison
of the Hidden Life of the Lord Jesus and Ours
Matt. 14:22 And immediately He
compelled the disciples to step into the boat and to go before Him to
the other side, while He sent the crowds away.
Matt. 14:23 And after He sent
the crowds away, He went up to the mountain privately to pray. And when night fell, He was there alone.
Aspect |
The Lord Jesus' Hidden Life |
Our Hidden Life |
Meaning |
1. Maintaining intimate fellowship with the Father 2. Withdrawing from crowds and ministry results 3. Maintaining heavenly consistency |
1. Building deep personal relationship with the Lord 2. Cultivating spiritual depth and foundation 3. Developing hidden spiritual experiences |
Distinctions |
1. Perfect example 2. For establishing the kingdom of heavens 3. Complete oneness with the Father |
1.
Following Christ's footsteps 2. For personal spiritual growth 3. Progressive learning process |
Description |
1. Actively leaving the crowds 2. Choosing to pray on the mountain 3. Having private communion with the Father |
1. Need for deliberate practice 2. Need to leave daily environment 3. Need to establish prayer life |
Examples |
1. Withdrawing to the mountain after feeding the five thousand 2.
Praying alone in the morning 3. Praying all night on the mountain |
1. Paul's experience of being caught up to the third heaven 2. Praying behind closed doors in private 3. Communing with the Lord in secret |
Application |
1. Not dwelling in ministry achievements 2. Prioritizing time with the Father 3. Praying before important decisions |
1. Establishing personal morning watch 2. Finding places for solitary prayer 3. Preserving deep spiritual experiences |
Related Scriptures |
1. Matt. 14:23 "After dismissing the crowds, He went up to the mountain
privately to pray" 2. Luke 6:12 "Praying to God through the whole night" 3. Matt. 14:14-23 Withdrawing to the mountain after feeding five thousand |
1. Matt. 6:6 "When you pray, enter into your private room, and shut your
door" 2. 2 Cor. 12:1-4 Paul being caught up to the third heaven 3. Isa. 39:2-8 Warning of Hezekiah showing his treasures |
Principal Summary |
1. Being with the Father 2. On the mountain 3. In prayer |
1. Need for deep roots 2. Preserving hidden life 3. Establishing deep calling unto deep |
This table comprehensively
compares the hidden life of the Lord Jesus with how we should follow His pattern. Please note the
following key points:
l The table emphasizes the
importance of the hidden life, both for the
Lord Jesus and for us.
l It highlights three
crucial phrases: "being with the Father,"
"on the mountain," and "in prayer."
l It includes concrete
ways of application, helping us practice in our
daily living.
l It lists relevant
Scripture verses as foundation and reference.
*This corresponds to the
2024 October International Training for Elders and Responsible Ones
General Subject: Living in
the Reality of the Kingdom of God
Week 2: Living the Kingdom Life Through a Hidden Life
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