Speak His Word Only

“Concerning His Son Jesus Christ our Lord, who was made of the seed of David according to the flesh.” At first glance, the verse speaks of earth (David, flesh, lineage). But Ethiopian theology teaches that this verse is the doorway to heavenly blessing , not a limitation to the natural realm. 1. The Great Ethiopian Mystery: He took flesh to release heavenly inheritance In Ethiopian teaching, Christ’s taking flesh is not the end — it is the means . Why does Paul emphasize “according to the flesh” ? Because what Christ assumes in the flesh, He raises into the heavens . What is not assumed is not healed. (A principle preserved strongly in Ethiopian theology) By taking: David’s seed Human nature Mortal flesh Christ qualifies humanity to receive spiritual blessings that were once inaccessible . 2. The Heavenly Blessing Hidden in “Seed of David” David is not mentioned only for kingship. In Ethiopian interpretation, David represents: The fallen but chosen humanity The royal calling lost in A...