Here in the first chapter, John introduces Jesus as the
eternal, preexistent, now incarnate Word, the one and only Son of the Father,
who himself is also God. John references John the Baptist, and his role in
proclaiming the coming of Jesus. He testifies that Christ is indeed the true
light, who came to give light to all who may believe. John acknowledges that
some may reject Him, even His own people. But to all who do receive Him
(welcoming and submitting to Him in a personal relationship), He gives the
right to become children of God. “The
Word became flesh and dwelt among us…” Christ, never ceasing to be God, took on
humanity and residence among His people, allowing us to see His glory, full of
grace and truth.
1) Having been adopted into God’s family, we now enjoy all
the privileges, obligations, and inheritance rights as God’s children. What are
some of these privileges and obligations be?
2) Consider the definition of adopt: “to choose or take as
one’s own; make one’s own by selection”. Does this give a new perspective on
God’s love for us, taking us to be His own?
Prayer
Father, thank you for sending your Son to dwell among us and
revealing Your glory, grace and truth. Thank you for adopting us into your
family, allowing us to become your children. Help me to remember this wonderful
privilege and responsibility.
The Bux-Mont & Telford Campuses of the Penn Valley Church Multi-site Network are participating in the e100 Challenge, a 100-day Bible reading program. True revival comes from prayer and knowing the Word of God. We can only live the life God intended if we know what He says about it. Join us as we read through this plan and grow deeper in our knowledge of God's Word.
Thank you!
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