Jesus became Immortal

[Hiddenthings]

Hi @David Lamb

We are going to be looking at immortality and how Jesus was the first to receive this change of nature in himself.

We will consider these verses in their context to gain an understanding of why it was so necessary for the Christ to the first to be blessed with immortality.

In my second post we will look at Acts 2:28 in more detail.

Jesus Became Immortal:

"You have made known to me the paths of life." Acts 2:28

Though once subject to death, Jesus now lives forever, immortal, unchanged, and eternal.

Jesus laid down his life to take it up again:

"I lay down my life, that I may take it up again." John 10:17
"I am he who lives and was dead, and behold, I am alive forevermore." Revelation 1:18

Granted life in himself by the Father:

"For as the Father has life in himself, so he has granted the Son also to have life in himself." John 5:26
"The life was made manifest, and we have seen it… the eternal life, which was with the Father and was made manifest to us." 1 John 1:2

Now glorified—unchanging and eternal:

"You are the same, and your years have no end." Psalm 102:27
"From the womb of the morning, the dew of your youth will be yours." Psalm 110:3

 

[Hiddenthings]

Acts 2:28

"You have made known to me the paths of life" (Acts 2:28, ESV) The word "known" comes from the Greek gnōrisas, meaning to reveal through experience or effort. It suggests more than intellectual knowledge, it implies a personal, practical understanding that comes from walking the path.

"The paths of life" This refers to the course Jesus faithfully followed during his earthly ministry. His life of perfect obedience was the way that led to immortality. It was through this path that eternal life was made available.

"You will make me full of gladness with your presence" (Acts 2:28, ESV) This line concludes David’s prophetic vision of the Messiah’s exaltation. After death and burial, Jesus was raised, clothed with immortality, and ascended into the very presence of God. There, He was filled with joy and honored by the Father in glory. Jesus was given a name above every other (Phil. 2:9-10) and enjoyed absolute unity with Yahweh in every respect (1 Tim. 3:16; 1 John 3:2; Psa. 36:9).

 

[Hiddenthings]

Now what's interesting is the context of Acts 2:28

"Corruption"

“For you will not abandon my soul (life) to Hades (grave), or let your Holy One see corruption (decay).” Acts 2:27

After 3 days Jesus was raised so that he would not experience decay.

This term cannot refer to David himself, because as Acts 13:36 explains, “after he had served the purpose of God in his own generation, [he] fell asleep and was laid with his fathers and saw corruption.” David died and underwent decay. Therefore, the statement about not seeing corruption must apply to the Messiah.

This prophecy was fulfilled in the case of the Lord Jesus, whose body did not undergo decay “the grave could not hold Him.”

The Greek word diaphthoran refers specifically to the process of putrefaction the physical decomposition that typically begins shortly after death. The account of Lazarus supports this, where by the fourth day, decay had clearly begun (John 11:39).

It is also noteworthy that Jesus was laid in a new tomb, “where no one had ever been laid” (John 19:41). This ensured that his body was not exposed to any previous death or ceremonial defilement.

When Jesus rose from the dead on the third day, it was clear in every way that he had not seen corruption, he conquered death before decay could begin.

 

[Hiddenthings]

But what of Acts 2:26?

"Therefore my heart was glad, and my tongue rejoiced; my flesh also will dwell in hope."

What was meant by flesh?

 

[Taken]

Jesus became Immortal —OP

Gods Word IS, WAS, Has Always Been Spirit, God, without Beginning.

Glory to God,
Taken

 

[Hiddenthings]

Jesus became Immortal —OP

Gods Word IS, WAS, Has Always Been Spirit, God, without Beginning.

Glory to God,
Taken

It's okay if you don't understand the truth of the OP...there is time to learn

 

[Taken]

But what of Acts 2:26?

"Therefore my heart was glad, and my tongue rejoiced; my flesh also will dwell in hope."

What was meant by flesh?

Flesh, is the outer visible (to earthly / Terrestrial eyes) covering of a Being’s Body.

Celestials / (Spirit Beings) also have Body’s …
Their outer bodily “covering” IS invisible to a Terrestrials eyes….
Unless… the Spirit Being, takes UPON himself, an outer Likeness / Appearance AS a Terrestrial Being.

Beings “that ARE Spirits”;
God
Jesus
Angels

They Have the POWER to at will To Appear as Terrestrial Beings.

God Prepared A Specific Body FOR HIS OWN Word … “Specific”? How?
“WITH “internal” “Untainted BLOOD”.

God Gave THAT Body… a “Specific” Name, Specific Titles, Specific Descriptions.

AND God, THEN, God “OFFERED” a GIFT, being THAT Prepared Body, TO the Whole World of “Created And Made Human Terrestrials”;
To Freely Accept or Reject Gods “OFFERING”…
And Thus …human Beings…Each
Reap the “ CONSEQUENCE ” Of their FREEWILL Choices.

Glory to God,
Taken

 

[Hiddenthings]

You would think in Acts 2:26 Peter would refer to an Immortal Spirit or even the Spirit itself but he doesn't.

He mentions his flesh.

Why so?

We know he will soon speak to the nature of Christ, in the grave, so clearly this flesh is an important teaching, right!

"Moreover also my flesh"

This refers to Jesus’ physical body, which prior to his resurrection still bore the mortal, sin-prone nature described in Hebrews 2:14. After his victory over sin, his flesh was cleansed of sin-nature, fulfilling what Paul explains in Romans 8:3: that God condemned sin in the flesh through His Son.

This transformation was anticipated long before, as seen in Job’s prophecy of bodily redemption: “...in my flesh I shall see God” (Job 19:26), pointing to the hope of resurrection and renewal.

After his resurrection, Jesus confirmed this change in his nature when he said to the disciples, “See my hands and my feet, that it is I myself. Touch me and see. For a spirit does not have flesh and bones as you see that I have” (Luke 24:39). This was no mere vision or ghost—his body was real, yet glorified.

I wonder if you @Origen truly understand the Gospel of God - the true Gospel!

 

[Hiddenthings]

But let's step back even further!

What is in the mind of Peter is so incredible that his heart is overwhelmed with such a good thing!

"Therefore did my heart rejoice, and my tongue was glad"

This reflects the deep emotional and physical joy that the Lord Jesus anticipated in rising from the grave on the first day of the week. As the recipient of God's redeeming power, he would emerge as the "firstfruits from the dead" the first to be raised to immortality and the beginning of a new creation, as described in Colossians 1:15–18.

Can you see how Christianity has robbed itself of this joy? It has turned the Victory into no victory at all...they would remove Christ firstfruit status through changing him into something he is not.

Peter understood where the battle was fought, he understands the very nature of that battle.

My flesh

 

[Hiddenthings]

Continuing to work backward as we explore the context of the OP - what more do we find?

"For He is at my right hand, that I may not be shaken"

The right hand symbolizes power, strength, and victory (Psalm 16:11; 20:6; 63:8). It signifies that Yahweh was present to help, support, and ultimately deliver rescuing from the grip of death (read Acts 2:33!!!).

Now exalted, the Lord Jesus stands at Yahweh’s right hand (v. 33; Psalm 110:1), the place of divine authority. From there, he serves as our high priest and advocate, guiding the course of nations to fulfill God’s purpose.

In the age to come, the redeemed Bride, the faithful, will stand at the right hand of the Groom, sharing in His glory (Psalm 45:9).

“daughters of kings are among your ladies of honor; at your right hand stands the queen in gold of Ophir.”

 

[Taken]

It's okay if you don't understand the truth of the OP...there is time to learn

Well aware of Gods Truth.
The Lord God Almighty IS:
The Creator
The Maker
The Power
Not the Created.


Immortal Applies to That which IS “Mortal”.

Mortal Applies to That Which IS Created Life, That Must Die, before there is a possibility for IT to become “immortal”.

First time Killing of Gods Word…Occurred Before Mankind was Created…

The Killing of Gods Word… was NOT the Killing of a Body… Rather;
Lying About Gods TRUTH…
WAS…Killing, Murdering, Lying About Gods Truth…

And the Credit of THAT ACT (first time occurring) IS Accredited To:
Lucifer…henceforth called:
Serpent, Dragon, Satan, Devil, Evil, Liar, Murderer.

Glory to God,
Taken

 

[Hiddenthings]

Well aware of Gods Truth.
The Lord God Almighty IS:
The Creator
The Maker
The Power
Not the Created.


Immortal Applies to That which IS “Mortal”.

Mortal Applies to That Which IS Created Life, That Must Die, before there is a possibility for IT to become “immortal”.

First time Killing of Gods Word…Occurred Before Mankind was Created…

The Killing of Gods Word… was NOT the Killing of a Body… Rather;
Lying About Gods TRUTH…
WAS…Killing, Murdering, Lying About Gods Truth…

And the Credit of THAT ACT (first time occurring) IS Accredited To:
Lucifer…henceforth called:
Serpent, Dragon, Satan, Devil, Evil, Liar, Murderer.

Glory to God,
Taken

That makes absolutely no sense whatsoever Taken. Like, its illegible!

 

[Hiddenthings]

Here is the text we have reviewed:

Acts 26 therefore my heart was glad, and my tongue rejoiced; my flesh also will dwell in hope. 27 For you will not abandon my soul (life) to Hades, or let your Holy One see corruption. 28 You have made known to me the paths of life; you will make me full of gladness with your presence. 29 “Brothers, I may say to you with confidence about the patriarch David that he both died and was buried, and his tomb is with us to this day.

Red text = Mortal flesh
Green text = Divine Nature (by promise)

You can see how Peter addresses the problem of sin in the flesh, that it always earns its rightful wages: death.

Sin holds power through human nature, but that power was broken through the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ.

No mention of supernatural evil beings or immortal souls, spirits etc.

So simple, so why do Christian complicate it? Peter knew the truth and taught it yet who here truly understands?

 

[Taken]

Can you see how Christianity has robbed itself of this joy? It has turned the Victory into no victory at all...they would remove Christ firstfruit status through changing him into something he is not.

I do not post the Blame ON “Christianity”…
Which Simply means “follower of Christ Jesus”.

I do, accredit FALSE Teaching by Some claiming to BE Christians…
WHO TEACH Jesus Ever, IS / WAS…
A terrestrial Human.

Humans are All created from dust out of the Earth. Mortal, Must and shall Die.

Point being,
God, His Word, WAS NOT “Created” and Definitely Not A Human, Not an Animal, a Dove, A burning Bush, Statue, or any likes thereof.

Glory to God,
Taken

 

[Taken]

That makes absolutely no sense whatsoever Taken. Like, its illegible!

Making “sense” satisfies the logical Carnal mind.

It is understanding “spiritual things” that matter.

What I wrote is Basic Scriptural Knowledge…
Odd the Knowledge is puzzling to you.

 

[Hiddenthings]

Making “sense” satisfies the logical Carnal mind.

It is understanding “spiritual things” that matter.

What I wrote is Basic Scriptural Knowledge…
Odd the Knowledge is puzzling to you.

No, it had nothing to do with Acts 2 and was a jumbled mess.

On both counts, it's just a poorly thought-out reply.

If you need help, just ask!

 

[Hiddenthings]

@Taken, I’m happy to have a conversation with you, but if your approach is simply to spam the thread with posts that are difficult to follow, there are other threads more suitable for that, or you’re free to start your own. Let’s try to keep things constructive, on topic and readable here.

 

[Hiddenthings]

Can you imagine Peter saying, “David’s tomb is here to this day,” while standing on Mount Zion - just about half a mile from the burial site where many of Judah’s kings were laid to rest?

Yet Peter isn’t speaking about David himself, but rather quoting a prophecy given through David that points to the Lord Jesus Christ, the Son of David.

While David remains in the grave, the One greater than David has ascended into Heaven, patiently awaiting the resurrection that Jesus himself has already experienced.

No wonder Peter leads them these words "you will make me full of joy with your presence" Ac 2:28.

A joy Peter is yet to experience!

 

[Taken]

You would think in Acts 2:26 Peter would refer to an Immortal Spirit or even the Spirit itself but he doesn't.

He mentions his flesh.

Why so?

We know he will soon speak to the nature of Christ, in the grave, so clearly this flesh is an important teaching, right!

"Moreover also my flesh"

This refers to Jesus’ physical body, which prior to his resurrection still bore the mortal, sin-prone nature described in Hebrews 2:14. After his victory over sin, his flesh was cleansed of sin-nature, fulfilling what Paul explains in Romans 8:3: that God condemned sin in the flesh through His Son.

This transformation was anticipated long before, as seen in Job’s prophecy of bodily redemption: “...in my flesh I shall see God” (Job 19:26), pointing to the hope of resurrection and renewal.

After his resurrection, Jesus confirmed this change in his nature when he said to the disciples, “See my hands and my feet, that it is I myself. Touch me and see. For a spirit does not have flesh and bones as you see that I have” (Luke 24:39). This was no mere vision or ghost—his body was real, yet glorified.

I wonder if you @Origen truly understand the Gospel of God - the true Gospel!

Jesus’ FLESH, BLOOD, BODY…
Was “PREPARED”…. Not created…
Prepared FOR WHEN He would Come From Heaven TO THIS World…EARTH… so humans OF the Earth could SEE and Hear Him!

Heb 10:
[5] Wherefore when he cometh into the world, he saith, Sacrifice and offering thou wouldest not, but a body hast thou prepared me:

Did Jesus… go to Temple? Yes.
Did Jesus… Bring an animal to Sacrifice? No
Did Jesus… Offer an animal For Sin Forgiveness? No.
IS Jesus’ body the Sacrifice God Prepared? Yes.
Is a sacrificed human body an acceptable offering to God, for / of another human? No.
Is human Blood acceptable to God, for an others Forgiveness of Sin? No.

 

[Taken]

@Taken, I’m happy to have a conversation with you, but if your approach is simply to spam the thread with posts that are difficult to follow, there are other threads more suitable for that, or you’re free to start your own. Let’s try to keep things constructive, on topic and readable here.

Okay.

God bless you.

Glory to God,
Taken