THE JOY OF SALVATION

John 1:14-18

"The Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we have seen his glory, glory as of the only Son from the Father, full of grace and truth." — John 1:14

ABOUT THIS EPISODE In this powerful Christmas sermon, Pastor Ben Smith explores one of the most profound truths in all of Scripture: the eternal God became flesh to save sinful man. This exposition of John 1:14-18 challenges listeners to guard against familiarity with the gospel and to behold afresh the glorious wonder of the incarnation.

SERMON OUTLINE

I. The Word Became Flesh to Reveal God's Glory (vv. 14-15)

• Through His presence

• Through the truth

II. The Word Became Flesh to Show God's Grace (vv. 16-17)

• Fulfillment of the law

• Transformation to righteousness

III. The Word Became Flesh to Provide Salvation (v. 18)

• To know God

• To be at peace with God

KEY THEMES - The Incarnation of Christ - Glory of God revealed in Jesus - Grace upon grace - The once-for-all sacrifice - Peace with God through Christ's atonement - Victory over death

SCRIPTURES REFERENCED John 1:1-3, 14-18 | John 3:16 | John 14:7 | Genesis 3 | Exodus | Revelation 21:3 | 2 Corinthians 4:4 | 2 Corinthians 5:17 | Ephesians 1:3-5 | Romans 3:23 | Romans 5:10 | Romans 8:2 | Romans 10:9-10 | Hebrews 10:11-12 | Luke 2:14 | 1 Corinthians 15:54-57

ABOUT PASTOR BEN SMITH

Ben Smith, Sr. serves as the pastor of Central Baptist Church in Waycross, Georgia. He is committed to expository preaching and teaching that is rooted in Scripture and theologically sound.

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