John 1:1-18

The next major theme that we find in these opening verses of John’s gospel teaches us that Jesus is the source of all things and the natural life in man.

All things were made by him; and without him was not any thing made that was made. – John 1:3

All creation owes its existence to Jesus Christ Who was the One who spoke everything into being. Paul confirms this position when he told the Colossians:

For by him were all things created, that are in heaven, and that are in earth, visible and invisible, whether they be thrones, or dominions, or principalities, or powers: all things were created by him, and for him: And he is before all things, and by him all things consist. – Col. 1:16-17

John gospel also shows us that Jesus is the specific source of life for men as well.

In him was…