Paul's message to the Corinthians emphasizes a profound shift in perspective that comes with faith in Christ. Previously, people might have been judged based on worldly standards such as status, wealth, or appearance. However, Paul urges believers to abandon these superficial judgments and instead view others through the lens of Christ's love and redemption. This change in perspective is not just about how we see others, but also about how we understand Christ himself. Initially, even Christ might have been seen in a worldly way, perhaps as just a historical figure or a teacher. But through faith, believers come to see Him as the Savior and the embodiment of God's love. This new way of seeing transforms relationships and encourages believers to recognize the potential for spiritual renewal in everyone. By adopting this perspective, Christians are called to live out the values of the Kingdom of God, where love, grace, and redemption are the guiding principles.
So from now on we regard no one from a worldly point of view. Though we once regarded Christ in this way, we do so no longer.
2 Corinthians 5:16
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