Dave Hansen wrote: > So....as I'm understanding this, Protestantism > teaches that Jesus' (who is God) spirit is now > clothed in a body of flesh and bones....is that > correct? ... Do you believe God has a physical > body as well?
Dave, most Protestant scholars would accept the view that Jesus Christ has a physical body. I believe this and would make a case with those who would try and argue that Jesus is only a ghost right now. The question of the Father's physical presence is another matter entirely. John Calvin took a very strong stand on this issue, and because of the influence of his writings on this subject, most Protestants probably favor the view that the Father does not have a physical body. In fact, many of them would consider anyone a heretic who would think that the Father has a body. This view, however, like the eternal sonship view discussed before, is not universal. Nor is it considered orthodoxy by all Protestants. Personally, based upon my study of Scripture, I think that the Father does have a physical body, but it is not an issue that I would fight anyone over. I do not feel the same way about those who perceive Jesus not to have a physical body. Those who would claim that Jesus does not have a physical body would be attacking the doctrine of the resurrection. Peace be with you. David Miller. ---------- "Let your speech be always with grace, seasoned with salt, that you may know how you ought to answer every man." (Colossians 4:6) http://www.InnGlory.org If you do not want to receive posts from this list, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] and you will be unsubscribed. If you have a friend who wants to join, tell him to send an e-mail to [EMAIL PROTECTED] and he will be subscribed.
