The Word Became Flesh
“In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. 2 He
was in the beginning with God. 3 All things were made through him, and without him was not anything made that was made. 4 In him was life, and the life was the light of men. 5 The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.”
(John 1:1-5) ESV
The above passage gives a description of how the Word became flesh. These verses are a
powerful description that gives a clear picture of the gospel being made alive. The incarnation of Jesus as the Word is distinctive because God entered the world in human form. When we put flesh on the gospel, it is contextualized. It brings the good news to where people can understand it and makes it relevant through our personal testimony.
Many Christ Followers are comfortable learning about Jesus Christ, but are uncomfortable
testifying about Jesus. In the postmodern society, some argue what one’s belief is not open to public scrutiny. When we are evangelistic by word and deed, it means taking a risk and being uncomfortable. The idea of intentionally
sharing one’s faith is frightening to some Christians in our society and foreign to many
Christians. The proclamation of God’s word is at the heart of disciple making. God is at work
in all of our lives and we are called to testify to others about God’s actions. There is power in
sharing the gospel outside of the church wall. Yes, God will work outside of the church
building in the marketplace.
The Word that became flesh provided us with a gospel that is powerful enough to transform us into something we cannot be on our own. If that gospel is not conveyed by Christ Followers, then we fall short. We can make the word become flesh for them by telling what God is doing in our life.
Be Encouraged,
Pastor
Olive Branch Community Church
416 Olney Sandy Spring Rd
Sandy Spring, MD 20860
Fax: (240)-389-1045
info@obc-church.org