DAVEH: Yes, John. I understand that you see it that way. But why? Why do you think Jesus represents the Son of Mankind? I'm not sure that makes any sense to me. I view Jesus as being a divine being, a deity from before the world was created. Do you not believe likewise? Isn't that why he was called the Son of God? Do you think he became less than the Son of God, or less than divine when he was on the earth? It seems to me that for Protestants to consider him reduced to mankind status would be contrary to his divine authorship. In fact, that's the charge many have leveled against LDS theology, that we have reduced God to mankind status in effect. So it somewhat surprises me that you would suggest such, JD.
I will take some time and try to give thoughtful answer. I will tell you that I believe that He has always been both the Son of Man and the Son of God .... and as such, He is both mankind's represenative, if you will, and God's. His was a ministry of reconcilation. I can't imagine "reconciliation" as having any importance whatsoever if did not or does not include the bringing together of man and God in His [Christ's} Continuing Existence.
The study will be for my own good -- but I will be happy to share it with you. Have a good evening. And go Pats.
JD
