Daily Devotional
The Arrival
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Day 1
John 1:14 (ESV)
[14] And 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.
The Word Became Flesh—God Steps Into His Own Story
The miracle of Christmas is not simply about a baby in a manger; it is the staggering truth that the eternal Word, the Creator Himself, became human. John’s Gospel declares: "The Word became flesh and dwelt among us." God did not remain distant or abstract but stepped into human history, full of grace and truth, revealing His glory not in splendor, but in humble presence. The Creator entered His creation, experiencing hunger, exhaustion, and even death—all to draw near in love. This is the heart of the incarnation: God with us. He came to restore a broken relationship, show us His grace, and make the invisible God known. Advent invites us to pause, to marvel that the Author Himself entered the story for His beloved people. May this truth lead us to worship, wonder, and a deeper walk with Jesus.
Key Takeaway
Jesus’ arrival is God Himself drawing near to offer grace and truth.
Questions to Consider
- How does the reality of the Creator becoming human deepen your understanding of God’s love?
- In what ways does knowing that God "dwelt among us" motivate you to draw closer to Him?
- What obstacles or distractions may keep you from experiencing the presence and grace Jesus brings?
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