In this evening's conference, Brother Sparks emphasizes the overarching theme of the Bible: God's eternal glory, centered in His Son, Jesus Christ, and radiating through the Church. He reflects on the eternal Son's glory with the Father and the divine purpose interrupted by sin, which introduced risk and corruption. Despite this, God initiated measures to ensure His purpose would not be thwarted. The cross of Christ is highlighted as the means through which God's glory is secured, embodying both mediation and authority. Brother Sparks explains that the Old Testament foreshadows Christ's perfect fulfillment of God's will, which is realized in the Gospels. The Church is presented as the vessel for mediating Christ's authority and representation, tasked with proclaiming His salvation. The book of Acts illustrates the exercise of Christ's authority, unifying believers and overcoming evil. Ultimately, the book of Revelation encapsulates the culmination of God's plan, showcasing Christ as the Lamb and the authority by which all is judged. Brother Sparks concludes by affirming that glory begins with a true relationship with Jesus, leading to a transformative journey toward the final glory in Him.
18 And Jesus came and spake unto them, saying, All power is given unto me in heaven and in earth.
51 And it came to pass, while he blessed them, he was parted from them, and carried up into heaven.
49 And as we have borne the image of the earthy, we shall also bear the image of the heavenly.
12 That we should be to the praise of his glory, who first trusted in Christ.
10 By the which will we are sanctified through the offering of the body of Jesus Christ once for all.