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Externals That Demonstrate Truth, Part 1 (TMF:2616)

Monday, May 19, 2025
Peace to Live By: Externals That Demonstrate Truth, Part 1 (TMF:2616) - Daniel Litton
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       We see glimpses into these hidden treasures in the Scriptures. What first comes to mind is Jesus’ baptism by John in the wilderness. It is an outward symbol that displays a hidden truth. And this is the model we have followed in our own lives, so as to share in the mystery. The outward confession of faith to demonstrate our new relationship, or relationship we’ve had, and the fact that we’ve been cleansed from our sins. The outward demonstration reveals the greater, hidden truth. God’s wisdom and knowledge. The same thing can be said for the communion service, where the bread and the cup are taken, that which our Lord did first with his disciples before his crucifixion. It is the inward examination followed by the external bread and cup. A glimpse into Christ’s wisdom and knowledge. And yet again, for the Mennonite listeners, the man’s lack of head covering, and the woman’s covering. An external symbol for the woman of which may not be entirely clear to the world.