2 Cor. 3:18 “And we, who with unveiled faces contemplate the Lord’s glory, are being transformed into his likeness with ever-increasing glory,…”
While reading this scripture in my Bible, I noticed that at some other time I had underlined it—except for the part between the commas. I wonder why I did not underline that phrase; it is very important. I guess I liked thinking I was being transformed into his likeness sort of automatically. But am I?
This scripture is translated in many ways and I found little to “pin it down” in commentaries I have read. I believe it is a good example of a scripture applying to me for my need at a particular time.
Today I am thinking how much faster we can be “in his likeness” if we come to him open-faced to behold his glory.
Come to him in innocence, not hiding in shame;
Come to him in humility, not with any degree of arrogance;
Come to him in holiness, realizing how much we lack in any “holiness” of our own making.
How much easier to become like him when we demonstrate true innocence, humility, and holiness rather than pride, arrogance, and self-righteousness.
And if we lack innocence, humility, and holiness, He is the place to go to receive such. Then we can “contemplate his glory” with unveiled faces.
If we looked to our Father as this baby looks to his father, we would find it easier to become like Him.
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Sweet aroma 
I looked at this post and what did See!
A beautiful angel smiling innocently at me!
That baby is a beauty isn’t she? I love the eager and loving look; it seemed to match what I wanted to say about looking at our Father.
Good thoughts. In the larger context of the chapter, Paul discusses how the Pharisees failed to recognize Jesus as the fulfillment of what Moses promised because they approached Moses while wearing a veil–their search for rules and regulations and their failure to see grace. Paul was determined to know nothing but Christ and Him crucified. When we read the Scriptures with Christ and his sacrifice in mind, our faces are unveiled. J.
A deeper explanation. Thank you.
Love this! Such a beautiful image to help us!
And as we behold the wonder of this little face, so God beholds those who seek to see his face. Wonderful beyond words. Good to see you, Debbie L. I know you are on FB also. See you occasionally but I don’t spend much time there. Too busy over here. 😀
I just love babies-each one is a reflection of God! So pure. And a reminder to seek to Him!
My time this past month and the next few months have been on settling down here in Myrtle Beach. So much to do and so little time. Lol
We’re excited about what else God has in store for us….
I keep up. 😀
Oh dear ones all, reading and replying to your welcome posts. I thank God for every day of expanding and growing faith in Him. No one this side of heaven would ever be ‘good enough’ to get so close to an almighty God. That’s why Jesus gave His life. Through His sacrifice (not through anything we can or will ever do or achieve) He has made the way………His Blood shed for humanity covers the lives of all who will follow so we can with out fear (as a little child) come into His Holy Presence (virtually climb upon His lap) and call Him…..Abba …My Father. (We will never be worthy this side of eternity) That why beloved, one day at a time, we follow we walk on…. face unveiled following as the Spirit teaches and leads repenting often and Knowing Peace and Hope.
Be Blessed Oneta by your heritage and keep blogging. xx That’s why Jesus is Lord and the only SAVIOUR.
Thanks, Faye, for your confirming words.