John 1:1-5
Episode Four
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“In the beginning…”
In the first five verses of the Gospel of John, the focus is on unveiling the identity of Jesus Christ - the Word made flesh. John portrays Jesus as the eternal divine being who existed from the beginning with God, emphasizing his role in creation and highlighting his nature as both fully God and fully human. The concept of the Holy Spirit is fundamental in understanding the triune nature of God. The Holy Spirit is often regarded as the third person of the Trinity, along with God the Father and Jesus the Son. Described as the advocate, counselor, and teacher, the Holy Spirit is believed to dwell within believers, empowering them and providing spiritual guidance and comfort.
These brief verses encapsulate profound theological truths about the nature of Jesus Christ and the foundational beliefs of the Christian faith, setting the stage for the narrative of John's Gospel to unfold.