Word of Life Church Podcast Incarnation Is Salvation
Dec 28, 2025
Explore the profound connection between the incarnation and salvation in this enlightening discussion. The birth of Jesus is framed as the pivotal moment that guarantees humanity's redemption. Brian discusses how God's presence saved Israel in the wilderness and how this theme parallels the incarnation. He introduces Athanasius’ metaphor of humanity being repainted, emphasizing divine love that prompted the Word to become flesh. The conversation culminates in the invitation to partake in Christ’s saving presence through communion.
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Incarnation Guarantees Salvation
- The moment the Word became flesh salvation for humanity was guaranteed.
- Incarnation refounds humanity in Christ so our ultimate destiny is restored.
Wilderness Presence Saved Israel
- Brian Zahnd recalls Israel in the wilderness where God's presence saved them.
- He links Moses' plea for God's presence to the prophetic memory Isaiah evokes.
A Damaged Portrait Repainted
- Athanasius's On the Incarnation reframes humanity as a damaged portrait renewed by the Logos.
- The Word becomes human to repaint the image and renew mankind after God's likeness.