Discover the meaning of Christmas through the cosmic lens of John’s Gospel. Join me, Christie, as we explore John 1:1-14, unveiling the miracle of the Incarnation—the Word becoming flesh. This episode offers a fresh perspective on the Christmas story, celebrating Jesus as the light shining in the darkness and the divine gift of hope and grace. Embrace the season with renewed awe for the transformational love of Christ.
How do we truly understand the meaning of Christmas beyond the nativity scene? Join me, Christie, as we explore this profound question through the breathtaking perspective of the Gospel of John. This special episode of In the Field Audio Bible invites you to experience the Christmas narrative from a cosmic angle. John’s gospel, though lacking the traditional scenes of shepherds and the manger, opens our eyes to the miracle of the Incarnation. The Word, who was with God and was God, came into this world as a beacon of light and hope, fulfilling a divine promise. We delve into John, chapter 1, verses 1 through 14, to uncover the timeless significance of Jesus' birth as the light shining in the darkness.
Come reflect on the heart of the Christmas story as we embrace the warmth of this beautiful season. John's unique insights reveal not just a historical event but a cherished gift of life and hope, an invitation to eternal life through Jesus Christ. With John's close connection to Jesus, he beautifully captures the essence of the Creator lovingly stepping into His creation. This episode offers not only a new appreciation for the Christmas narrative but also a heartfelt call to embrace the grace and truth that Jesus embodies. Let’s celebrate this season with a renewed understanding of the extraordinary grace we receive through Christ and the transformational light that renews our world.
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Welcome to In the Field Audio Bible.
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My name is Christie, your host for this special series called The Christmas Story.
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We begin our exploration of the Christmas narrative through the perspective of the Gospel of John, chapter 1, verses 1 through 14.
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Unlike traditional stories that highlight the manger scene in Bethlehem, the Gospel of John offers a broader, cosmic perspective on this miraculous occurrence.
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It emphasizes the profound significance of Jesus' birth, portraying Him as the Word who existed with God and was indeed God, the light illuminating the darkness, and the One who took on flesh to live among us.
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This story is more than just about a baby born in a stable.
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It represents the Creator coming into His own creation, the fulfillment of God's promise to save the world.
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In the prologue of John, we are introduced to the brilliance of Christmas from a new angle the mystery of the Incarnation, the triumph of light over darkness and the extraordinary grace we receive through Jesus Christ.
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Reflecting on these verses shows that Jesus' birth is more than just a historic event.
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It is a cherished gift of life and hope for us.
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Today, as we gather around a beautiful twinkling tree embracing the warmth of this special season, let's come together to reflect on the true meaning of Christmas and honor the light that came to bring renewal to our world.
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The Gospel of John, chapter 1, verses 1-14, in.
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In the beginning, the Word was already there.
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The Word was with God and the Word was God.
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He was with God in the beginning.
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All things were made through Him.
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Nothing that has been made was made without Him.
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Life was in him and that life was the light for all people.
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The light shines in the darkness, but the darkness has not overcome the light.
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There was a man sent from God.
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His name was John.
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He came to be a witness about that light.
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His name was John.
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He came to be a witness about that light.
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He was a witness so that all people might believe.
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John himself was not the light.
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He came only as a witness to the light.
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The true light that gives light to everyone was coming into the world.
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The Word was in the world and the world was made through him, but the world did not recognize him.
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He came to what was his own, but his own people did not accept him.
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Some people did accept him and did believe in his name.
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He gave them the right to become children of God.
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To be a child of God has nothing to do with human parents.
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Children of God are not born because of human choice or because a husband wants them to be born.
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They are born because of what God does.
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The Word became a human being.
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He made His home with us.
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We have seen His glory.
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It is the glory of the one and only who came from the Father.
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And the Word was full of grace and truth.
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As we finish up today's journey exploring John, the beloved disciple of Jesus, we can truly appreciate how his special connection with Christ offers us deep insights into the Christmas story.
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Although John's gospel doesn't describe the nativity scene or recount the shepherds in the manger, it wonderfully highlights the cosmic significance of Jesus's birth.
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John starts not in Bethlehem but in the timeless realm.
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In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God and the Word was God.
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Gospel of John, chapter 1, verse 1.
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For John, the birth of Jesus truly represents the incarnation of the eternal Word, the light shining brightly into the darkness, with the Creator lovingly stepping into His creation, with the Creator lovingly stepping into His creation.
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This perspective beautifully complements the humble setting of Luke's manger in the visit of Matthew's magi, bringing forth a heartfelt declaration the Word became flesh and made His dwelling among us.
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Gospel of John, chapter 1, verse 14.
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When we look at the Christmas story through John's eyes, it becomes so much more than just a baby born in a stable.
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It's a beautiful tale of a God who loves us profoundly, choosing to live among us, brimming with grace and truth.
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John, having a special bond with Jesus as his close disciple, encourages us to embrace this truth.
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We're invited to see Christmas not simply as a moment in history, but as a wonderful invitation to eternal life.
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As we joyfully celebrate the birth of Christ this season, let's take a moment to reflect on John's heartfelt invitation to believe.
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These are written that you may believe that Jesus is the Messiah, the Son of God, and that by believing you may have life in His name.
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The Gospel of John, chapter 20, verse 31.
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I truly appreciate you being here today.
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May the beautiful light of Christ shine brightly throughout your Christmas season, reminding you of the amazing truth of Emmanuel - God is with us.
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Until we meet again, wishing you grace and peace.
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