2 Corinthians 5:16; We Have Known Christ

2 Corinthians 5:16 Wherefore henceforth know we no man after the flesh: yea, though we have known Christ after the flesh, yet now henceforth know we him no more.

After we become the children of God, with the indwelling Spirit of Christ and the Word of God to guide us, we see men as souls in the light of eternity. Whether they will perish eternally without Christ or will they enjoy life with Christ in this present life. Our knowledge of Christ is not merely enjoying His humanity, One who wrought miracles and comfort the lost with the Word of God. But Christ who died upon the cross for our sins, rose the third day and ascended to heaven at the right hand of the Father. We know Him now in His exalted position.

When he looks at any man, the Apostle Paul sees such a one as a precious soul, regardless of his status in society or race or nationality. He is inclined to share the gospel with him. His perspective of life has found a blessed eternal understanding. More than this temporal world, he sought to share about the eternal world to come with God in blessing.

May the Lord grant us a love for souls, transform our hearts to see life in the light of eternity. Amen.