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What is the human viewpoint?

Answered by Gene Cunningham, Basic Training Bible Ministries · from The Basics

The human viewpoint is a perspective that sees only the surface of other people. It is based on human perception and human logic, both of which are totally opposed to the mind of Christ.

Through the profound change that occurs at salvation, the believer's attitude is transformed from this human viewpoint to a divine viewpoint. While the human viewpoint sees only the surface, the divine viewpoint sees all the potential in others, recognizing the infinite worth God vested in them through the sacrifice of His Son.

Also asked: What does it mean to see people only on the surface?
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Can you explain the difference between looking at others with human logic versus seeing their true worth in God's eyes? · How does the way we view others change when we become believers?

Source: The Basics The Basics -- Subject Index entry 'Human viewpoint' (printed pp. 81, 167) · Read this lesson in the book →

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