The Dallas Willard Podcast 63. Incarnation and Celebration (2007)
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Dec 22, 2025 
Dallas Willard, a renowned philosopher and Christian author, delivers a captivating Christmas sermon. He discusses the incarnation as a cosmic event, emphasizing God's reconciliation through Christ. Willard challenges the confusion surrounding divinity and humanity while asserting that salvation is about participating in Jesus' ongoing work. He highlights the value of matter and Christ's dual role as creator and redeemer. Ultimately, he inspires listeners to celebrate the incarnation with exuberance, seeing every aspect of life as infused with the presence of Christ.
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Participate In Jesus' Present Work
- Engage salvation by participating in what Jesus is doing now on earth.
- Don't treat being saved primarily as a future event; join Jesus' present work.
Raise Your View Of Matter
- A low view of matter fuels confusion about resurrection and incarnation.
- If matter can receive God, redemption of the whole creation becomes plausible.
Flesh As Socialized Ability
- Flesh is the socialized reality of human abilities and is not inherently evil.
- The task is to subordinate flesh to the Spirit, not to renounce embodiment.