The Deity of Christ

SermonsThe Deity of Christ

The Deity of Christ

September 26, 2021 | David Deputy

John 1:1-18

Series Information

This series looks at Christ's life through the gospel accounts of Matthew, Mark, Luke and John. His everlasting existence, His advent and earthly ministry, teachings, death, and resurrection, as well as His final victory, will be explored. Part 1, entitled Deity Reveal, covers Jesus' existence before creation until His advent into the world.

Follow Along with the Message

The Life of Jesus Christ: The Deity of Christ (John 1:1-8)

The Pre-Incarnate Christ (vv. 1-5)

The is God.
- Greek =
- Jew =
The Word has been.
The Word was with God.
was made through Christ.
The Word is God yet from the Father.
The darkness could not understand the light.

Christ, the Unknown Light (vv. 9-14)

Jesus is the .
The glory of God is the visible of God’s being.
Jesus is the light that brings about himself.
Theophany = God revealing Himself in special ways to people.
The light was by the world and by His own chosen people.

The Fullness of Christ (vv. 16-18)

Through Jesus, we receive upon grace.
To see Jesus is to see the face of God; to know Jesus is to know God.

Conclusion

Think of Jesus as a . Any great bridge needs to be anchored on both ends.
- anchors Jesus in heaven.
- anchors Jesus on earth.
Jesus’ deity and humanity are to the person and work of Christ.