“In the beginning was the Word” (John 1:1). Imagine not having to worry about setting your alarm clock or being on time for your next appointment. Picture what your life would be like if you lived without any time limitations whatsoever. What would you do differently if your life were not governed by the laws of time? What new adventures would you plan? It’s hard to even imagine, isn’t it? We only have 24 hours each day to get everything done. We simply have to make the best use of each moment to advance God’s plan of reconciling all men to Himself through Jesus Christ: “The Lord is not slow to fulfill his promise as some count slowness, but is patient toward you, not wishing that any should perish, but that all should reach repentance” (2 Peter 3:9).
Now imagine being alive before time, as we understand time, ever existed. Think about what would happen if you lived in a perfect environment, one that never aged or was subject to negative environmental factors. Can you picture the beauty of such a place? Prior to His arrival on earth, Jesus lived in such an environment.
Did you know that Jesus Christ is the Eternal Word of God? “Jesus said, ‘I am the Alpha and the Omega,’ says the Lord God, ‘who is and who was and who is to come, the Almighty’ ” (Revelation 1:8). God is one, but exists in three distinct persons: Father, Son and Holy Spirit. “Hear, O Israel: The LORD our God, the LORD is one” (Deuteronomy 6:4, ESV). They each function in perfect relational and spiritual harmony. The Word of God is the spoken representation of God’s person (John 1:1).
Although a distinct person, Jesus shares His divine attributes with the Father. “While we wait for the blessed hope—the glorious appearing of our great God and Savior, Jesus Christ” (Titus 2:13, NIV). Jesus is the exact representation of God Himself (Colossians 1:15-20). The Holy Spirit also shares in this divine nature. He exists as a separate person and serves a unique purpose within the divine trinity. The Spirit is also eternal in nature.
Read: Open your Bible and read Colossians 1:15-20.
Reflect: Prayerfully consider the following: Why would Jesus be able to hold your life together when challenges arrive without any warning? List three characteristics regarding the person of Jesus. When it comes to allowing God’s Word to rule in every area of your life, which areas do you find yourself still resisting?
Respond: As a result of these truths, what might need to change in my attitude, beliefs, and actions? What steps do I need to take outwardly?
The source of this content comes from our book, Walking with Jesus.