Category Archives: Pauline Mysticism

Jesus’ Complete Identification with the People

Posted on May 15, 2014 by Ron Goetz

   “Saul, Saul, why are you persecuting me?” Jesus’ complete One-ness with the People is seen in Saul’s very first encounter with him. “Saul, Saul, why are you persecuting me?” Paul’s entire ministry reflects the revelation of the perfect union … Continue reading →

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Who We Really Are: One Flesh with Christ

Posted on May 3, 2014 by Ron Goetz

  The Simplest, Clearest Sign Post There are quite a few verses and passages that describe the Church’s complete union with Christ and the Father. It is amazing to me that despite the wealth of metaphors and direct teaching, this … Continue reading →

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Who We Really Are: Ephesians 1:17-20

Posted on May 2, 2014 by Ron Goetz

Introduction John frequently focuses on a topic and emphasizes certain key words like love, perfect unity, and in.  Paul, on the other hand, writes in long, flowing sentences with many subordinate clauses.  One sentence from Paul can fill half a … Continue reading →

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