The sermon titled "The Word Was Made Flesh," preached by Todd Nibert, centers on the doctrine of the Incarnation as expressed in John 1:14. Nibert argues that Jesus Christ, referred to as "the Word," is both fully divine and fully human, emphasizing the profound mystery of the God-man. He supports this claim with various Scripture references, including Isaiah 7:14 ("a virgin shall conceive") and Luke 1:35 (the Holy Spirit overshadowing Mary), highlighting the necessity of the virgin birth to ensure Christ's sinlessness. The practical significance of this doctrine centers on the believer's assurance of salvation; through Christ's dual nature, believers are offered grace and truth, which provides a basis for their relationship with God and their understanding of His character. Nibert emphasizes that the glory of Christ, stemming from His incarnation, underpins both His righteousness and the hope of resurrection for believers.
“The Word was made flesh. This is talking about the incarnation of Christ when God became a man. He never quit being God.”
“The only way he could save me is if he becomes a man. Great is the mystery of godliness. God was manifest in the flesh.”
“Every believer has beheld the glory of God in the person of Christ, his death, burial, and resurrection.”
“Grace is the truth. Can I say that any more simply? Grace is the truth. And the truth is grace.”
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