Thy Strong Word from KFUO Radio John 1:1–18 (Fulfilled: The Word Became Flesh)
Rev. Jacob Herkamp, Pastor of Christ Lutheran Church, dives deep into John 1:1–18, illuminating the beautiful mystery of the incarnation. He explores why John's prologue begins before Bethlehem, revealing Christ as the eternal 'Word.' The discussion highlights the profound implications of 'the Word became flesh,' linking it with Old Testament imagery. Jacob clarifies the significance of light in darkness, and they reflect on John the Baptist's role as the forerunner of Christ, emphasizing Christ as God's dwelling among His people.
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Christ Exists Before Creation
- John 1 starts before creation to declare Christ's eternal identity as the Word.
- The prologue reframes Christmas from a manger scene to cosmic fulfillment.
Logos As Eternal Divine Person
- Logos links divine wisdom and the second person of the Trinity at creation.
- John insists the Word was not a creature but truly God, eternal with the Father.
Respond To Heresy With Scripture
- Expect doctrinal pushback and be ready to clarify Christ's eternality.
- Correct misunderstandings like Arian views calmly with Scripture and creeds.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Why John Begins Before Bethlehem
02:05 • 1min
The Simplicity and Mystery of 'The Word Became Flesh'
03:20 • 1min
Reading John 1:1–11 Aloud
04:27 • 2min
Logos, Creation, and Divine Personhood
06:10 • 2min
Clarifying 'The Word Was God' Against Heresy
08:33 • 10min
Light and Darkness Imagery in John
18:12 • 7min
Christmas Light as Comfort and Promise
24:54 • 2min
Ad break
27:15 • 1min
Why John Mentions John the Baptist
28:40 • 1min
John the Baptist's Role as Witness
29:58 • 8min
The Word Became Flesh and Tabernacled
38:17 • 1min
Jesus as God's Dwelling Among His People
39:39 • 9min
Law Through Moses, Grace Through Christ
48:47 • 6min
Seeing God in Jesus
55:11 • 38sec
Outro
55:49 • 15sec
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