To have the glory of Christ means that believers share in His righteousness and are transformed into His likeness.
When the Bible speaks of believers possessing the glory of Christ, it refers to the transformative power of being united with Him in faith (John 17:22). This glory is not a mere external appearance but an intrinsic change, where believers are made partakers of the divine nature, as stated in 2 Peter 1:4. This transformation allows Christians to stand before God as righteous, reflecting Christ's character. The glory we possess is not inherently ours but is a gift from Christ, manifesting through our union with Him. Thus, possessing the glory of Christ means that we are viewed as righteous and acceptable before God, empowered by His grace to live a life that mirrors His holiness.
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