The Eternal Word: Jesus Before Time Began

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Beyond mangers and miracles lies a profound revelation—Jesus as the eternal Word who existed before time began. Pastor Harry Behrens launches Season 3 of The Takeaway by diving into the theological depths of John's Gospel, exploring why John takes such a dramatically different approach than Matthew, Mark, and Luke.

Unlike the synoptic gospels that begin with earthly events, John takes us back to eternity itself. "In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God." These opening verses establish foundational truths about Christ's nature that shape everything we believe about salvation. Through careful examination of John 1:1-3, Pastor Harry reveals how these verses declare Christ's pre-existence, His intimate relationship with God, and His complete deity—addressing common misinterpretations along the way.

The message builds to a powerful revelation of Jesus as Creator: "All things were made through him." From the intricate design of a single snowflake to the vastness of the cosmos, everything bears the signature of Christ's creative power. But this isn't merely academic theology—it transforms how we respond to Jesus today. If Christ is truly the eternal Word who spoke worlds into existence and still sustains all things, how should we respond when He speaks to us? Are we treating His words as divine commands or mere suggestions?

Send in your questions using the text link in the episode description. Every fourth episode will be dedicated to answering your questions directly as we continue exploring John's Gospel together. Next episode: "Jesus as Life"—unpacking how the eternal Word brings light into our darkness.

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