Category: Bible study

John 1:3

Through him all things were made; without him nothing was made that has been made. John 1:3 (NIV)

This verse explores another attribute of Jesus. “Though him all things were made”. “Made” might be a poor choice of words. The Greek word here is a variation of “ginomai”. Translated literally, it means “came into being”.

I can “make” many things… a painting, a cigar box guitar, waffles. The difference is that when I make something, I am rearranging elements to produce something new. Jesus, however, caused things to come into being. He created. He, therefore, is the Creator.

What did He make? EVERYTHING!

Who created the trees? Jesus. Who created the birds? Jesus. Who created the mountains? Jesus.

As we enjoy God’s creation today, let us remember who created it. Jesus!

Be refreshed!

John 1:2

He was with God in the beginning. John 1:2 (NIV)

This verse repeats a point from verse 1: He was with God in the beginning.

Did the author make a mistake? Did he forget that he had already mentioned this?

No. I have learned that when something is repeated in the Bible, it is repeated for emphasis. He (Jesus) with with God from the beginning. This removes any doubt that Jesus and God (the Father) are separate entities. It also highlights the fact that they were there in the beginning. Christ and God are eternal. They were there in the beginning. They, along with the Holy spirit, serve different functions within the scope of the triune Godhead.

We have in one sentence further affirmation that Jesus is eternal and that Jesus is God, not a god but God. He is in divine, wonderful communion with god the Father.

As we approach e throne of God (the Father) through Jesus (God the Son) with the help of the Holy Spirit (God the Spirit), let us give thanks that we are His and He is ours.

Be refreshed!

John 1:1

In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. John 1:1 (NIV)

I have decided to update this blog site with a study of the Gospel of John.

You are invited to come along!

What a great place to start. In the beginning. These words are also found in Genesis 1:1: “In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth.”

It’s the beginning of everything! It’s the start of the start.

Let’s look at the word “word”. The Greek word use here, logos, essentially means “something said” or the “embodiment of an idea”. Here it has another meaning. It is capitalized. It is a noun. It the embodiment of God Himself. It is Christ. It is Jesus.

This verse shows us that Jesus was there in the beginning. Jesus was with God (separate) and Jesus was God (a part of). We are introduced to the concept of the trinity of God, God Three in One: God the Father, God the Son (Jesus) and God the Holy Spirit.

This verse sets the tone for the rest of the book. As we explore this book, we will discover the miracles, the message and the love of Jesus. It’s a great starting point for ministry to new and old believers alike.

I am not a pastor or a fancy Bible teacher. I do love Jesus and I would love to share Him with you!

Join me for these brief thoughts. Comment if you wish.

My hope and prayer is that as you read, you can be refreshed!