Scripture
So the Word became human and made his home among us. He was full of unfailing love and faithfulness. And we have seen the glory of the Father's one and only Son.
Observation
The Word was there from the beginning.
The Word is God, the Word is Jesus.
Jesus came into the world as light in the darkness.
The world didn't recognise him and rejected him. Nevertheless, those who receive him receive blessing after gracious blessing.
Application
There is so much that can be written about his passage. These 18 verses just by themselves could take a lifetime of study.
Jesus is described as the Word and Light.
The Word is God's creative activity. It is God's will expressed in creation and so it brings all there is from nothing, and it sustains the creation. The Word is grace to those who receive it and judgement to those who reject it. The Word is Jesus.
The light exposes the evil deeds of men and women. It exposes the state of our hearts and reveals starkly what is there. Just as sunlight kills infection and helps to heal our body, the light of the world also removes the infection of sin from our hearts. The light is Jesus.
Prayer
Light of the world, Word of God, Jesus, I receive your grace. Let me always live by the Word and walk in the light. Amen.
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