"The Beginning"

A BLAST FROM THE WORD
By Sandra Rhynes

“The Beginning”

John 1:1
In the beginning was the Word and the Word was with God and the Word was God.

Have you ever thought about the beginning of Jesus (the Word)? This verse clearly states He was in the beginning with God and is equal to God in power and deity. Nothing is more important in our Christian experience than understanding who Jesus is. In the Gospel of Matthew, he gives us the assurance that Jesus is the fulfillment of the Old Testament prophecy. Matthew reveals Jesus as the Messiah, the One who forgives our sins. Matthew gives insight into the incredible way Jesus lived and loved. In Mark, over and over again he uses the word “immediately”. Mark was clearly fascinated by the Man, Christ Jesus. He focused on the Savior as a servant. Dr. Luke gives us the most descriptive account of the life of Christ. He draws our attention to the needs of people and how Jesus went out of His way to be responsive to them. Luke records not just the data, but he laces the details with insight and meaning so that we find great comfort in the One we love and serve wholeheartedly. The Gospel of John gives the basics of our faith. It reveals a true picture of our loving Lord. In John 20:31 it says: “These are written that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God and that believing you may have life in His name.” That in a nutshell, is why the Gospel of John is invaluable. And I ask you the question Jesus asked Peter, “Whom do YOU say that I am?”

Loving Savior, Bathe me have a hunger to read Your Living Word. Give me understanding as I read and delight in Your Word. As I understand, help me to apply Your Word to my life. Help me to live such a life that pleases you. I love you Lord. Thank you so much for the many, many blessing above my needs. Amen