Sometimes people misunderstand what is being said when someone refers to “the humanity of Jesus.” They think you are denying His deity or denying He was the Son of God. But that is not true. Certainly, Jesus is divine and He is the Son of God; yet, for a time, He lived on earth as a man!
Let’s look at some Scriptures that help us to understand the humanity of Jesus:
Let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus. Who, being in the form of God, thought it not robbery to be equal with God: But made himself of no reputation, and took upon him the form of a servant, and was made in the likeness of men:
And being found in fashion as a man, he humbled himself, and became obedient unto death, even the death of the cross. Wherefore God also hath highly exalted him, and given him a name which is above every name.
(Phil. 2:5-9)
Jesus stripped Himself of this divine Power and Glory when He came to this earth.
Forasmuch then as the children are partakers of flesh and blood, he also himself likewise took part of the same; that through death he might destroy him that had the power of death, that is, the devil; And deliver them who through fear of death were all their lifetime subject to bondage. For verily he took not on him the nature of angels; but he took on him the seed of Abraham. Wherefore in all things it behooved him to be made like unto his brethren, that he might be a merciful and faithful high priest in things pertaining to God, to make reconciliation for the sins of the people. For in that he himself hath suffered being tempted, he is able to succour them that are tempted.
(Heb. 2:14-18)
Here we see the humanity of Jesus. He took upon Himself the seed of Abraham, being made like unto His brother. He suffered being tempted so that He would be able to help those who are tempted:
For we have not an high priest which cannot be touched with the feeling of our infirmities; but was in all points tempted like as we are, yet without sin.
(Heb. 4:15)
Here we have positive proof that Jesus suffered temptation. It says He was in all points temped like as we are, yet without sin. Then James gives us positive proof that Jesus was not here on earth as God but as a man:
Blessed is the man that endureth temptation: for when he is tried, he shall receive the crown of life, which the Lord hath promised to them that love him. Let no man say when he is tempted, I am tempted of God: for God cannot be tempted with evil, neither tempteth he any man.
(James 1:12-13)
These Scriptures give us great insight and positive proof into the humanity of Jesus, for God cannot be tempted with evil. Jesus was tempted in every way like we are, but He was without sin. So, if Jesus had been operating as God here on earth, then it would have been impossible for Him to be tempted.
Though he were a Son, yet learned he obedience by the things which he suffered; And being made perfect, he become the author of eternal salvation unto all them that obey him.
(Heb. 5:9)
Jesus learned to overcome temptation as a man, even while He was the Son of God.
Jesus Gives More Proof
And now, O Father, glorify thou me with thine own self with the glory which I had with thee before the world was.
(John 17:5)
In this prayer from John’s Gospel, Jesus asked His Father God to restore Him to the glory He once had before He was born on earth. From these Scriptures it is clear that while here on earth Jesus did not operate in His divine Power and Glory but as a man anointed with the Holy Ghost and power.
Jesus was perfectly legal because He was born here; He came through the legal entry into the earth, being born of a woman. But Satan has no legal authority here; he was not born on this earth. Neither were demons and evil spirits; they are illegal aliens to this planet!
If the devil comes around your house or business causing trouble, if you don’t know anything else to do, get out your birth certificate and read it to him. Then ask him for his; he doesn’t have one. When he finds out you know he doesn’t have any legal authority on earth, he won’t stay around long.
Satan has no legal authority on this planet. He pulled a con job on Adam and Eve, and he is still trying the same thing today.
In Ephesians 4:27, Paul says, “Give no place to the devil.” Satan has no authority here unless you allow him to use yours. His only hope is in trying to usurp your authority!
James 4:7 says, “Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.”
Excerpt permission granted by Harrison House Publishers
Charles Capps is a retired farmer, land developer, and Bible teacher who has traveled extensively throughout the United States and several foreign countries sharing the truths of God's Word. He has taught Bible seminars for over 35 years, emphasizing the authority of the believer, faith and the power of words.
Charles and Peggy both have their roots in the rich farmland of Lonoke County, Arkansas. Having been raised by parents who were farmers, Charles began farming cotton, soybeans, and rice immediately after graduating from high school and marrying in 1951.
Peggy, being 3 1/2 months older than Charles had to sign as the adult on his behalf when he wanted to begin flying lessons at the age of 17. They joined an organization known as the Flying Farmers and gained experience going to "fly-ins" and national meetings across the United States. Neither knew that this skill of flying would be such an asset later when Charles began teaching personal evangelism in the 1960's. He spoke on the subject of soulwinning in churches not only in the US, but flew his twin engine Piper Comanche to the Bahamas to teach students of Youth With a Mission how to share Christ with others.
After reading a book by Kenneth E. Hagin entitled, "Authority of the Believer", Charles and Peggy's life took on a new dimension of travel and ministry as Charles became known for his teaching gift and insight on the subjects of faith and confession. Invitations to minister to the Full Gospel Businessmen's Fellowship International (FGBMFI) began to pour in, eventually leading to the publication of his teachings in book form. "The Tongue a Creative Force" and "God's Creative Power(r) Will Work for You" became bestsellers after Buddy Harrison, Kenneth Hagin's son in law, launched his publishing company with these two classics. These two books have sold millions (the God's Creative Power(r) series has sold over 5 million copies) and are still much in demand today.
We celebrated Charles' promotion to heaven at 5:15 pm Sunday, February 23, 2014. He informed the family and close friends on Friday that he would be going home to heaven in 3 days. After having some final words with family and friends on Saturday, he went to bed, went to sleep and never awoke. (He kept saying, "I want to go in my sleep.") His wife and daughters had the privilege of being with him as he finally got that glorified body he always talked about. Charles Capps was a man of integrity, a man of his word and he got what he said. He called those things that be not as though they were.
Charles Capps broadcast called, "Concepts of Faith", continues a daily national radio broadcast and a weekly television broadcast aired over several networks, satellite, and the internet. Click on the Radio or TV link to find the broadcast in your area.
Peggy continues to reside in Arkansas. Both Charles' and Peggy's daughters, Annette and Beverly are involved in the ministry.
