Jesus did not begin in Bethlehem. John writes, “In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God… All things were made by him” (John 1:1-3). The Son is eternal God, the Creator of the world.
Yet “the Word was made flesh, and dwelt among us” (John 1:14). Jesus became truly human. He was born of Mary, grew up, worked, grew tired and was tempted in every way we are, “yet without sin” (Hebrews 4:15). He showed us how to live by faith in the Father and in the power of the Holy Spirit.
He humbled Himself all the way to “the death of the cross” (Philippians 2:8). He died for our sins, was buried and rose again on the third day (1 Corinthians 15:3-4). Today He ministers for us in heaven, and He has promised, “I will come again, and receive you unto myself” (John 14:3). His very name tells us why He came: “he shall save his people from their sins” (Matthew 1:21).
Key Bible verses
- John 1:1-3, 14The Word was God, and the Word was made flesh.
- Colossians 1:16-17By Him were all things created.
- Philippians 2:5-8He humbled Himself to the death of the cross.
- Hebrews 4:15Tempted in all points like as we are, yet without sin.
- 1 Corinthians 15:3-4He died for our sins and rose again the third day.
- Matthew 1:21He shall save his people from their sins.
- John 14:1-3I will come again.
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Think about it
- Jesus was tempted like us. How does that help you when you face temptation?
- Why does it matter that Jesus is both fully God and fully human?
- Which of Jesus’ promises means the most to you this week?
