John 1:1-2 – 1 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. 2 He was with God in the beginning. (Christian Standard Bible)

What Are the Implications of These Two Verses?

▸ God has ____________________

▸ Jesus is the _________________ and _____________ of God

John 14:24 – . . . And remember, my words are not my own. What I am telling you is from the Father who sent me. (New Living Translation)

▸ Jesus is the ____________________ word

Revelation 1:8 – The Master declares, “I’m A to Z. I’m The God Who Is, The God Who Was, and The God About to Arrive. I’m the Sovereign-Strong.” (The Message)

▸ Jesus’ words are difficult to ____________________

John 6:58, 60, 66 – 58 “I am the true bread that came down from heaven. Anyone who eats this bread will not die as your ancestors did (even though they ate the manna) but will live forever.” . . . 60 Many of his disciples said, “This is very hard to understand. How can anyone accept it?” . . . 66 At this point many of his disciples turned away and deserted him. (New Living Translation)

▸ Jesus has the words of _____________

John 6:60-63, 66-69 – 60 Many of his disciples said, “This is very hard to understand. How can anyone accept it?” 61 Jesus was aware that his disciples were complaining, so he said to them, “Does this offend you? 62 Then what will you think if you see the Son of Man ascend to heaven again? 63 The Spirit alone gives eternal life. Human effort accomplishes nothing. And the very words I have spoken to you are spirit and life. . . . 66 At this point many of his disciples turned away and deserted him. 67 Then Jesus turned to the Twelve and asked, “Are you also going to leave?” 68 Simon Peter replied, “Lord, to whom would we go? You have the words that give eternal life. 69 We believe, and we know you are the Holy One of God.” (New Living Translation)

▸ Jesus is the _____________ word