We see Christ by faith through the understanding revealed in the gospel and spiritual insight from the Holy Spirit (2 Corinthians 5:16).
Seeing Christ by faith involves perceiving and understanding Him through the spiritual lens provided by the Holy Spirit, rather than with our physical eyes. In 2 Corinthians 5:16, the Apostle Paul points out that knowing Christ after the flesh has no bearing on spiritual realities; he encourages believers to engage with Christ through faith. This faith is nurtured and developed through hearing the Word of God and the preaching of the gospel. Spiritual insight leads to a deeper comprehension of Christ's nature and His redemptive work, allowing believers to embrace Him fully and find their identity in Him. Therefore, true sight of Christ comes through faith activated by the Spirit.
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