Comparison of the Hidden Life of the Lord Jesus and Ours

 

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