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Living Ignited by the Word: John 1:1–28 with Nancy GrishamIn this powerful episode of Divine Table Talk, Jamie and Jane are joined by Nancy Grisham, founder of Livin' Ignited, to explore John 1:1–28 and the life-changing truth of Jesus as the Word made flesh. Together, they unpack what it means to truly know Christ—not just intellectually, but relationally—and how living ignited by His truth transforms identity, purpose, and daily faith.This conversation weaves together Scripture, encouragement, and practical application as Nancy shares how abiding in the Word leads to a life of spiritual vitality rather than burnout or survival. If you're longing to move from simply believing in Jesus to living fully alive in Him, this episode will meet you right where you are.____________________________________Connect with Jamie:Website: www.jamieklusacek.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamieklusacekConnect with Jane:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/janewwilliamsConnect with Nancy Grisham:Website: livinignited.org
Read OnlineJesus came to Capernaum with his followers, and on the sabbath he entered the synagogue and taught. The people were astonished at his teaching, for he taught them as one having authority and not as the scribes. Mark 1:21–22Imagine attending a book study for a profound and challenging book. The group leader has read it thoroughly and consulted reviews; he shares various interpretations, offering valuable insights. You leave with a deeper understanding and gratitude for the leader's guidance. Now imagine years later you attend another study on the same book, but this time the author leads it. The author alone can speak with absolute authority—explaining the backstory, the intent behind the words, and the true meaning of the text. Nothing compares to hearing from the one who wrote the book.Jesus, as the eternal Son of God, is not just a teacher of Truth, but is its Co-Author, together with the Father and the Holy Spirit. From the beginning of time, God's Truth—His Eternal Word—has been gradually revealed through creation, the covenants, the Law, and the prophets. Yet only the Word Made Flesh could reveal Himself fully.When Jesus entered the synagogue in Capernaum, His teaching astonished the people. The scribes, though learned and revered, taught by relying on the traditions of their ancestors and the interpretations of others. Jesus, however, spoke with divine authority. His words were not secondhand interpretations but the living, authoritative proclamation of Truth. Those who were open to faith recognized something far greater than human wisdom; they encountered the very voice of God.The people's astonishment reveals the transformative nature of the Word of God. Jesus did not merely interpret the Scriptures for the people; He fulfilled them and identified Himself with them. As the Author of all Truth, His words—and His very Person—carried the power to liberate and transform. This power was immediately demonstrated when He cast out the unclean spirit in the verses that follow, revealing that His word does not simply teach—it acts, healing and restoring those in bondage.The question of Truth remains as relevant today as it was when Jesus walked the earth. In a world flooded with opinions, interpretations, and ideologies, only one thing ultimately matters: that which God speaks. We desperately need Christ's authoritative voice in our lives today. We need Him to cut through the confusion caused by our fallen and disordered human nature and the countless erroneous ideologies that permeate our world. Reflect today on whether you recognize the Voice of God. Are you familiar with His definitive and authoritative Word that sheds light on your life and the world around you? Do you allow yourself to be regularly astounded by God's revelation? As we begin Ordinary Time, we enter a season during which we must hear and internalize Jesus' many authoritative teachings during His public ministry. When properly encountered, His Word is alive and transformative. Place yourself in the synagogue in Capernaum as Jesus begins to reveal the Truth established from the foundation of the world. Allow that Truth to affect you, change you, and set you on the path that leads to eternal glory. Eternal Word of God, You are the Author and Revealer of all Truth. Speak to me with Your divine authority, and illuminate the many errors that afflict my heart and the world around me. With the power of Your Word, cut through the darkness, dispel confusion, and shine Your radiant light of Truth upon my path. Guide me to walk in Your ways, free from all deception, and lead me to the fullness of life. Jesus, I trust in You.Image: Christ Reading Isaiah in Synagogue by Ted, license CC BY-NC 2.0Source of content: catholic-daily-reflections.comCopyright © 2026 My Catholic Life! Inc. All rights reserved. Used with permission via RSS feed.
Beginning the Journey: An Introduction to the Gospel of John with Dr. David L. MathewsonSeason Three of Divine Table Talk opens with a rich and thoughtful introduction to the Gospel of John, featuring special guest David L. Mathewson, PhD. Dr. Mathewson—associate professor of New Testament at Denver Seminary—guides Jamie and Jane through the purpose, structure, and theological depth of John's Gospel.Together, they explore why John is written “that you may believe,” how its language and themes shape our understanding of Jesus, and what makes this Gospel uniquely formative for faith and discipleship. This episode sets the foundation for the year ahead, inviting listeners to slow down, read deeply, and encounter Jesus not just as a teacher—but as the Word made flesh.Whether you're new to studying Scripture or ready to go deeper, this conversation will equip and inspire you as we begin our journey through John together.____________________________________Connect with Dr. David Mathewson:Website: https://denverseminary.edu/directory/mathewson-phd-david-lEmail David: EMAILConnect with Jamie:Website: www.jamieklusacek.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamieklusacekConnect with Jane:Website: www.janewwilliams.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/janewwilliams____________________________________ Get Jamie's Newest Book:Living Loved: An 8-week Journey to Living Fully Loved
In this message, Pastor Josh opens The Beloved Gospel with the prologue of John's Gospel—John 1:1–18—inviting us to behold who Jesus is before we consider what He did.John doesn't begin with a manger, a miracle, or a mission trip. He begins with eternity. Jesus is introduced as the Word (Logos)—God's full self-expression—through whom all things were made. Drawing from the rich Jewish and Greek background of the word Logos, this message explores how John presents Jesus as fully God and fully human, the Word made flesh, who stepped into our darkness to give light and life. This is Genesis revisited—a new beginning where God moves toward humanity, not with distance or demands, but with grace and truth embodied in Jesus.Whether you're new to faith or have followed Jesus for years, this message calls us back to the heart of the gospel:The gospel doesn't start with what Christ did, but who He is—and our response isn't rooted in what we do, but whose we are.
The first installment of our study, entitled Christ the Word Made Flesh, will grow from the Gospel of John. In its opening verses, we will encounter the mystery of the Word who existed from all eternity and yet comes to dwell among us in Christ. We will reflect on the scripture's cosmic and deeply personal dimensions, as it holds together God's eternal purpose and God's nearness to human life. Sermon on John 1:1-5, 14-18, delivered by the Reverend David J. Powers on January 11th, 2026.
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The Word Made Flesh (John 1:1-18) - 01.04.2026 by OrlandoGrace
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The Word made flesh. On this second Sunday of Christmastide, Rev. Robert Brown shared from the prologue to John's Gospel, one of the most magisterial and theologically rich passages in all the New Testament. These carefully crafted words are often the first that new Christians read in the Bible. John uses "simple," familiar words-- words that new Christians can be nourished by. Yet they are words that even many lifetimes of study and meditation could not possibly plumb the depths of. Woven into its tapestry are some of the most intricate designs and vibrant colors one could possibly imagine: teaching about the very being of the triune God; creation and new creation; the Light of the world shining in the darkness; the Gospel's purpose; the Incarnation of the divine Word; the Word made flesh, God dwelling with his people, the sacred tabernacle--the nexus between heaven and earth--embodied in Jesus, the God-man. This sermon is a quick guided tour beneath the surface of some of those familiar words, phrases, and concepts in an attempt to whet our appetites for a rich feast of meditative contemplation and--by the power of the Spirit--consideration of the written incarnate Word in our own lives. Note: The artwork associated with this podcast (viewable on the Epiclesis website but not through Apple iTunes) is titled "The Word Made Flesh" by Donald Jackson.
Join us as we dig deeper into last Sunday's sermon from Pastor Chris Troxel "The Word Made Flesh". Digging Deeper Questions: The sermon says that "existence requires experience." Where do you notice the difference between simply knowing about God and experiencing the life and light of Christ in your own story? John says, "The Word became flesh and dwelt among us." What does it mean for you to trust that God has truly entered human life—not from a distance, but from the inside—and how does that shape the way you bring your struggles to Him? The sermon claims that "the Word made flesh makes a way for you." Where in your life right now do you most need to hear that God has made a way—into light, connection, or love? From Christ's fullness we receive "grace upon grace." How might living from that abundance (rather than scarcity or fear) change the way you relate to others this week—especially those who feel distant, difficult, or overlooked? Intro/Outro Song: "Only One" Nate Zuellig ULC Artist In Residence
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For this service, ULC joined in worship at our church plant, Emmaus Lutheran. Pastor Chris Troxel preached on The Word Made Flesh. Digging Deeper Questions: The sermon says that "existence requires experience." Where do you notice the difference between simply knowing about God and experiencing the life and light of Christ in your own story? John says, "The Word became flesh and dwelt among us." What does it mean for you to trust that God has truly entered human life - not from a distance, but from the inside— and how does that shape the way you bring your struggles to Him? The sermon claims that "the Word made flesh makes a way for you." Where in your life right now do you most need to hear that God has made a way - into light, connection, or love? From Christ's fullness we receive "grace upon grace." How might living from that abundance (rather than scarcity or fear) change the way you relate to others this week-especially those who feel distant, difficult, or overlooked?
Cath concludes our series going through John’s Gospel, looking at how Jesus is the Good Shepherd.
Isaiah 62:1-5, Psalm 147, Galatians 4:4-7, John 1:1-18
You can call off the search.(T)here is no other Voice but this One.There is no other Silence.There is no other God.There is no other awakening experience.When your mind is telling you that you're not 'there' yet,you're hearing it from 'there'.This is It.You're hearing THE Voice.You are the Voice.This Silence is what you are.This silence is what I Am (is).Affirm that, 'This Silence is what I Am."The first few times with words, and then drop the words.Your whole being is singing, SHREEMing, 'I Am' without words...being the silence I Am,being the Love I Am,being That, I Am. (Exodus 3:14) I Love you,niknikki@curlynikki.com--Our new book, 'Wake Up to Love' is HERE! Get your copy. Share a copy. Be the Love you wake up to!_______________Support GoOD Mornings on Patreon -https://www.patreon.com/c/goodmorningsQUOTESMeditation excerpt from the 'Little Book of Life and Death' by Douglas Harding"There is no instrument other than deep meditation that can detect the presence of that almighty Grace within. Still the body, withdraw the energy from the senses into the brain, calm the heart: Christ will be there; you will feel the divine joy of the Infinite Christ."-YoganandaReading from, 'Voice of the Masters' by Eva Bell Werber
Episode 2.68This Christmas Day episode presents a dramatic reading of the biblical nativity—told entirely through Scripture.Drawing from Luke 2:1–20, Matthew 1:18–2:12, and John 1:1–18, the story of Christ's coming is heard as it unfolds: the decree of Caesar, the quiet obedience of Joseph, the wonder of the shepherds, the worship of the Magi, and the eternal Word made flesh.Paired with visual imagery that reflects each scene, this reading invites listeners and viewers to slow down, listen, and behold the glory of the incarnation—not as sentiment, but as the arrival of the Light of the world.No commentary. No embellishment. Just the Word of God proclaimed on Christmas Day.Find our videocast here: https://youtu.be/EIqVpi54A9UMerch here: https://take-2-podcast.printify.me/Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/reakt-music/deep-stoneLicense code: 2QZOZ2YHZ5UTE7C8Find more Take 2 Theology content at http://www.take2theology.com
Pastor Ben Wiechmann preaches on John 1:1-14 with the theme The Word Made Flesh
Pastor John Miller teaches a Christmas Eve message through John 1:14 titled “The Word Made Flesh.”
Pastor John Miller teaches a Christmas Eve message through John 1:14 titled “The Word Made Flesh.”
This Christmas Eve we see that God didn’t shout hope from heaven - He stepped into our mess in Jesus, the Word made flesh who dwells with us.
This Christmas Eve we see that God didn’t shout hope from heaven - He stepped into our mess in Jesus, the Word made flesh who dwells with us.
Sunday, December 21, 2025 Richmond's First Baptist Church
John 10:1 – 5, 14 – 18 Gene Sherman
Part 4 of "Advent 2025: Glory to God in the Highest"
Key Points:Spiritual distance often grows slowly and unnoticedChristmas is about God coming near, not humanity reaching upJesus is the Word made flesh, revealing God fullyGod's grace is abundant and ongoingKnowing God personally is the heart of the gospelChapters / Timecodes:0:00 – Feeling Distant from God3:21 – Christmas: God Comes Near4:00 – John 1:14–18 Read12:06 – Jesus Dwelling with Us19:23 – Grace Upon Grace28:01 – Invitation to RespondScripture References:John 1:14–18Colossians 1Hebrews 1:3 ------------------------------------------We're so glad you're here! Visit us online at www.orrville.church Or connect with us on:• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/orrvillechristian.church/ • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orrvillechristian/• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@orrvillechristianchurch5959 If you'd like to partner with us in giving, you can give online here: https://www.occgive.com/ As our guest, please feel no pressure to give—this is for those who call OCC home. Let us know you're listening! Fill out a Connection Card: https://www.orrville.church/connect We'd love to meet you in person! Join us any Sunday at 8:30, 9:45, or 11:00 AM
The Word “wonder” means “rapt attention or astonishment at something awesomely mysterious.” This kind of awe is the only appropriate response to the incarnation—the most wonderful miracle of all.
In this final episode, David Wollen reflects on Luke 2 and the twelve-year-old Jesus in the Temple, showing why the incarnationChrist fully God and fully manis essential to our salvation and hope.
Have you ever had the experience of getting together with a dear friend or family member after a long period of absence and wanted to just soak up every moment with them, savoring their presence with you? Have you ever realized, after perhaps hours of sitting and visiting with them, that you've lost all track of time because you have been so completely “with” them? The first chapter of the Gospel of John begins with beautifully poetic imagery which helps us to understand Jesus as Creator, eternal Son of God, Life and Light, and, in this verse, Emmanuel, God with us! Dive in to this special Christmas episode as we pause to consider the miracle of God with us!Read John 1:14Questions from today's episode: What does “God with us” mean to you today? How do you need to experience his “with-ness” in your life right now? Have you ever stopped to marvel at the fact that the Creator of the universe stepped into humanity and became one of us in order to help us know Him, to see God's love for us, and to enact the most amazing redemption plan? Take some time now to linger in awe and wonder at God's great love for us!A great listen:
The Christmas carol “What Child is This?” uniquely blends the theological ideas of Christ as the Word and Christ as the Lamb. Jesus is the eternal Word of God who became flesh, and that very flesh would endure nails and spears for me and for you. Preached on December 14th, 2025, by Jared Kress. Series: Christ in the Carols, Part 2. Primary Text: John 1 (Overview)Join us in person on Sundays at 10:30am at 6325 Poplar Ave, Memphis, TN, or watch online at https://www.kirbywoods.org/live Follow us online! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kirbywoodsmemphis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kirbywoodsmemphis YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kirbywoods Podcast: https://kirbywoodspodcast.buzzsprout.com
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Joshua Luke Smith continues our series going through John’s Gospel, looking at how Jesus healing the blind man is a parallel to Jesus saying “I am the light of the world”.
Luke 2:1-17; John 1:1-18 // Brooks NesseLuke presents the humble birth of Jesus in Bethlehem, focusing on the historical event, the census, the manger, and the joyful announcement to the shepherds. John's opening reveals the cosmic identity of Christ as the Word of God—who was with God, was God, and became flesh. This sermon beautifully connects the majesty of the eternal Son with the simplicity of the child in the manger, showing that the Creator entered His own creation as our Savior and Light. Essential for understanding the profound reality of Christmas.SERMON NOTES (YouVersion): https://bible.com/events/PRAYER REQUESTS: https://ccefc.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/2542/responses/new25.12.14
Luke 2:1-17; John 1:1-18 // Ben BeasleyLuke presents the humble birth of Jesus in Bethlehem, focusing on the historical event, the census, the manger, and the joyful announcement to the shepherds. John's opening reveals the cosmic identity of Christ as the Word of God—who was with God, was God, and became flesh. This sermon beautifully connects the majesty of the eternal Son with the simplicity of the child in the manger, showing that the Creator entered His own creation as our Savior and Light. Essential for understanding the profound reality of Christmas.SERMON NOTES (YouVersion): https://bible.com/events/PRAYER REQUESTS: https://ccefc.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/2509/responses/new25.12.14
Luke 2:1-17; John 1:1-18 // Manny CheryLuke presents the humble birth of Jesus in Bethlehem, focusing on the historical event, the census, the manger, and the joyful announcement to the shepherds. John's opening reveals the cosmic identity of Christ as the Word of God—who was with God, was God, and became flesh. This sermon beautifully connects the majesty of the eternal Son with the simplicity of the child in the manger, showing that the Creator entered His own creation as our Savior and Light. Essential for understanding the profound reality of Christmas.SERMON NOTES (YouVersion): https://bible.com/events/PRAYER REQUESTS: https://ccefc.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/2553/responses/new25.12.14
Luke 2:1-17; John 1:1-18 // Rachel NesseLuke presents the humble birth of Jesus in Bethlehem, focusing on the historical event, the census, the manger, and the joyful announcement to the shepherds. John's opening reveals the cosmic identity of Christ as the Word of God—who was with God, was God, and became flesh. This sermon beautifully connects the majesty of the eternal Son with the simplicity of the child in the manger, showing that the Creator entered His own creation as our Savior and Light. Essential for understanding the profound reality of Christmas.SERMON NOTES (YouVersion): https://bible.com/events/PRAYER REQUESTS: https://ccefc.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/2553/responses/new25.12.14
Luke 2:1-17; John 1:1-18 // Tim OverbyLuke presents the humble birth of Jesus in Bethlehem, focusing on the historical event, the census, the manger, and the joyful announcement to the shepherds. John's opening reveals the cosmic identity of Christ as the Word of God—who was with God, was God, and became flesh. This sermon beautifully connects the majesty of the eternal Son with the simplicity of the child in the manger, showing that the Creator entered His own creation as our Savior and Light. Essential for understanding the profound reality of Christmas.SERMON NOTES (YouVersion): https://bible.com/events/PRAYER REQUESTS: https://ccefc.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/2574/responses/new25.12.14
Main Idea: Jesus is God, born to deliver mankind from death and darkness!
Pete continues our series, looking how Jesus healing the paralytic parallels with Jesus saying that he is the gate.
Series: God With Us Title: The Word Made Flesh Introduction: Beyond the Manger Thanksgiving has passed and with it comes a distinct shift in focus. We see the lights, we hear the carols, and our minds go immediately to the manger . We picture that simple, humble start in Bethlehem . And that's beautiful.…
Jamie continues our series, looking at Jesus raising Lazarus in John's Gospel.