The Word Made Flesh
Daily Rays of Sunshine #19
"And the Word was made flesh, and dwelt among us, (and we beheld his glory, the glory as of the only begotten of the Father,) full of grace and truth." — John 1:14 (KJV)
John 1:14 is a profound reminder of God’s immeasurable love. The Word—Jesus Christ—became flesh, leaving the majesty of heaven to walk among us. He came as the light of the world, piercing the darkness of sin and offering a way for us to be reconciled back to God. His life, death, and resurrection were acts of divine grace, not based on our perfection but on the love of our Father.
When Jesus came into the world, He fulfilled God’s promise to bring salvation. He lived among us, demonstrating grace and truth in a tangible way, and willingly became the ultimate sacrifice for our sins. Romans 5:8 reminds us, “But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.” This means we don’t have to earn His gift of salvation through perfection or works—it is freely given to all who believe.
Jesus’ sacrifice on the cross was the cost of our redemption. He bore the weight of our sins so that we might walk in freedom. Isaiah 53:5 proclaims, “But he was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities: the chastisement of our peace was upon him; and with his stripes we are healed.” As we celebrate the incarnation of Jesus, we are reminded of His grace, which transforms our hearts and compels us to live for Him.
Three Practical Ways to Apply This Today:
Celebrate His Sacrifice: Spend time in prayer, thanking Jesus for coming into the world and paying the price for your salvation. Reflect on the depth of His love for you.
Share the Light: Be a light in someone’s life today. Whether it’s through a kind word, a loving action, or sharing the Gospel of Jesus Christ, let the light of Jesus shine through you.
Embrace Grace: Release the pressure to be perfect. Remember that Jesus’ gift is not earned by your performance but by His grace. Accept His love and extend that grace to yourself and to others.
As you go about your day, celebrate the miracle of Jesus—the Word made flesh—who brought light, love, and salvation into the earth. Rejoice in the freedom that His sacrifice has given you!