God dwells in His creation and is everywhere indivisibly present in all His works. He is transcendent above all His works even while He is immanent within them.
Interpretation
The quote expresses the idea that God is both present in everything He created and simultaneously exists beyond those creations.
Aiden Wilson Tozerβs quote emphasizes the dual nature of God's presence in the universe. It suggests that while God is intimately involved with His creations, being present and active in every aspect of existence, He also transcends these works and exists beyond them. This notion invites reflection on the relationship between the divine and the material world, highlighting the mystery of God's immanence and transcendence.
In practice
In a sermon on the unity of creation and Godβs presence, this quote can effectively illustrate the concept.
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Standing armies shall in time be totally abolished.
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