In the Beginning
Each of the four gospel writers began in a different way. John begins his account of Jesus life and ministry with these familiar words, "In the beginning." The echo of Genesis is not a coincidence. John wants us to cast our mind back to eternal past to see who Jesus really is.

The Darkness Has Not Overcome the Light
John describes the Word, Jesus, as the one who created all things, in whom is the light of life. The light shines into the darkness and the darkness has not overcome it. That is a message we need to be reminded of in this season. The light of Jesus shining into the darkness of this world cannot be overcome.

Salvation and New Identity to Those Who Believe
Jesus came into the world and not all receive him, not all believe in him. But to those who do receive him and put their trust in him a new identity as a child of God is given.

The Word Became Flesh
The Word did not come into the world in his almighty power but in human flesh that he might redeem humanity. From him we receive grace and truth. Grace for salvation and the truth of the revelation of the nature of God.

As our life groups gather this week, we have attached our reference verse and some questions to prompt a deeper discussion and search into this week's topic.

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Life Group Discussion - Read John 1:1-18 above
1. What stands out to you most/what are your biggest questions about this passage?
2. Why is it so important to John that we understand that the Word, that is Jesus, is God and not just a human sent by God?
3. John says that the Jesus is the light that shines in the darkness, can you share a time when your life felt dark but the light of Jesus shone in.
4. What does it mean for us that Jesus has given us the right to become God's children? What does it mean for us to have that identity?
5. Why do you think it's important that Jesus became flesh, that is fully human?
6. When we look at Jesus words, actions, life we see God. How does Jesus help you to understand the character and nature of God?

Take some time to pray for one another

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