[SoothingDave]

But do you see a theological difference between the two scenarios? Am I making any sense?

SD

[PayNoAttentionManBehindCurtain]

Am I making any sense?

Ok guys here's your chance for a GRAND SLAM! A slow one right down the middle. :)

BigMack

[drstevej]

You might want to check out Menno Simons (16th century Anabaptist) who held to the doctrine of the celestial flesh of Christ [i.e. Jesus brought his flesh from heaven and was born in but not of Mary].

http://ontruth.com/menno.html

Menno did not originate the doctrine but he did defend it in writing. Another holding similar views included Melchior Hoffman. I know of no 16th or 17th century Protestant that embraced his view. Many condemned it.

I have a copy of Menno's Complette Writings but have not read his treatise on Celestial Flesh in many years.

Menno would however argue that this issue has theological implications. A google search might provide research materials for you or biblewonk