The Word in the Beginning

John
Written By Steve Estes

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Speaker: Steve Estes
Scripture: John 1:1-3
November 20, 2022

John 1:1-3: In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. He was in the beginning with God. All things were made through him, and without him was not any thing made that was made.

Sermon Outline

1. In the beginning...

  • The Word existed
    B. The Word was with God
    C. The Word was God

2. The "Logos" (Word)

  • Pagan understanding of "The Logos"

    • John: "Let me tell you about this Word"

  • Jewish understanding of "The Logos"

    • John: "Through the Word all things were made"

3. Summary

4. Applications

  • God smiles on creativity in presenting the gospel to non-Christians

  • You cannot reach God except through Jesus

  • Your savior is mysterious

  • To stand before him...

    • In judgment: indescribably awful

    • Accepted: thrilling beyond words

Steve Estes

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