As time unfolds, our view of people can change. As we get to know them better, new dimensions of their character emerge. Our view of Jesus is no different. By reflecting on the first chapter of John’s Gospel, we may find new reasons to follow Him.
Week 1: In the Beginning, John 1:1-5, Sunday, September 28, 2025
John’s Gospel begins with a creation story that has a new twist. He assures us that Jesus was there, “in the beginning”. He engages with us well before He is born in a Bethlehem stable. What difference does this make in our lives?
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The Point: We are here because Jesus wants us here.
Next Steps: Let’s figure out together why Jesus wants us here.
Week 2: In the Light, John 1:6-9, Sunday, October 5, 2025
The story in Genesis tells us that God creates light, separating it from darkness. John’s story develops that truth, reminding that Jesus is that light that scatters the darkness in our lives and in our world.
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The Point: While our culture constantly struggles to define right and wrong, we must remember that Jesus remains the true Light of the World.
Next Steps: How can we best reflect Christ’s light in a world that is so often dark and threatening?
Week 3: In the Family, John 1:10-13:, Sunday, October 12, 2025
When God started His family in the Garden, there was a man and a woman who had two sons. That family fell apart, however, and countless generations later, brothers were still killing brothers. Then Jesus comes to bring the family back together.
The Point: Jesus created the world and then humbly entered it to recreate us.
Next Steps: How can we better encourage those around us to discover their right to become God’s children?
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Week 4: In Our World, John 1:14-15, Sunday, October 19, 2025
Unlike the gods of myth who are partially divine and partially human, Jesus is both fully God and fully human. As both Son of God and Son of Man, He offers a meaningful way to restore our relationships with both our Heavenly Father and one another.
The Point: Jesus empowers us to realize our God-given potential.
Next Steps: Imagine who we could become if we allowed Jesus to transform us.
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Week 5: In His Grace John 1:16-18, Sunday, October 26, 2025
Sometimes life makes us choose between grace and truth. Can we be gracious while we hold evil doers accountable? Does grace allow us to differ about matters of truth? In Jesus, truth and grace are fully revealed, empowering us to be both truthful and gracious.
The Point: As we share Christ’s grace, we engage in God’s powerful plan to change the world, one transformed person at a time.
Next Steps: This week, do one more intentional thing to share the grace of Christ with someone.
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