Grace to You: Radio Podcast The Majestic Jesus A
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Dec 19, 2025 
John MacArthur, a renowned pastor-teacher and leader of Grace to You ministries, delivers profound insights on the eternal nature of Jesus. He contrasts the significance of Christ's Bethlehem birth with His preexistence, exploring the weight of His 'I am' statements. MacArthur traces the roots of 'I am' back to Exodus, emphasizing God's eternal identity and redemptive purpose. He connects these declarations to Jesus as the embodiment of salvation, offering listeners a deeper understanding of Christmas as a celebration of the Savior.
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Jesus Declares Eternal Preexistence
- Jesus' statement "Before Abraham was, I am" asserts his eternal, preexistent nature beyond Bethlehem's birth narrative.
- John MacArthur argues this phrase declares Jesus is the timeless, self-existent God who had no beginning.
Celebrate Christmas With True Worship
- When reflecting on Christmas, go beyond the manger to consider Christ's eternal identity and your response of worship.
- MacArthur urges listeners to approach Christmas with genuine worship of the majestic, eternal Savior.
The Grammar of 'I Am' Signals Divinity
- The Greek "I am" expresses an eternal present, not a past becoming, marking divinity and timeless existence.
- MacArthur notes this grammatical form makes Jesus' claim impossible unless He is truly God.
