He who was the Son of God became the Son of man, that man ... might become the son of God.
Irenaeus Of LyonsRead
But we do now receive a certain portion of His Spirit, tending towards perfection, and preparing us for incorruption, being little by little accustomed to receive and bear God
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the gradual process of spiritual growth and preparation for a higher existence.
Irenaeus of Lyons speaks to the transformative journey of the soul, suggesting that as individuals receive divine guidance, they are being equipped for a state of incorruption and perfection. This process is not instantaneous but occurs gradually, as one becomes more aligned with the divine nature through experience and acceptance of God's presence in their lives.
Themes
SpiritualityGrowthPerfectionDivineTransformation
In practice
Example use cases
In a sermon on personal development, one might quote this to illustrate the importance of spiritual growth.
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