The Divinity of the Word Made Flesh

 The Divinity of the Word

John 1:1 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.

2 The same was in the beginning with God.

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

4 In him was life; and the life was the light of men.

The passage begins by affirming the divinity of the Word: "In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God" (John 1:1). This verse establishes the eternal existence of the Word, who was present with God from the very beginning. 

In a world where we often define individuals by their limitations, this passage reminds believers that God transcends all human understanding and confinement. The notion that the Word, representing divine wisdom and purpose, chooses to engage with humanity fundamentally highlights how God operates outside the realms of what we deem possible.

The Incarnation: God Dwelling Among Us

The statement "the Word became flesh and dwelt among us" underlines the miraculous act of the Incarnation. This was not merely a transformation or physical alteration; it was an intentional and profound choice by God to enter human existence, fully embodying humanity while retaining His divine essence. This demonstrates that God can reach beyond the confines of the physical world to achieve His divine plan.

The implications of the Incarnation are staggering. It signifies God’s desire for relationship and connection with humanity, showcasing His love and commitment. Through Jesus Christ, God made the ultimate sacrifice by experiencing human life, suffering, and ultimately death. These actions reveal that God not only understands our struggles, but has actively participated in them, reinforcing the idea that nothing is impossible for Him.

John 1:1-14 serves as a cornerstone for understanding the divine nature of Christ and the limitless power of God. Through Jesus Christ and the miracle of God becoming man, believers are assured of God’s unwavering ability to fulfil His promises and perform the impossible—becoming human while remaining fully divine. 

The Limitations of Bodily Exercise

 The Prioritization: Godliness is Paramount

1 Timothy 4:7 But refuse profane and old wives' fables, and exercise thyself rather unto godliness.

8 For bodily exercise profiteth little: but godliness is profitable unto all things, having promise of the life that now is, and of that which is to come.

Paul urges believers, more importantly he is urging you to “refuse profane and old wives’ fables, and exercise yourself rather unto godliness.” Here, exercise is more than occasional effort or sweating to the oldies; it’s disciplined practice, regularly training your knees through prayer, your hands through charity, your mind through biblical study and your feet by witnessing. 

The "Profit" 

“For bodily exercise profits little.” Physical training builds muscle which is good and your endurance, but its rewards are temporary, fleeting and confined to this life. It cannot transform our inner nature or secure eternal life.

Physical exercise has a limited, temporal benefits, while spiritual exercise (godliness) offers eternal profit. The argument isn't "don't exercise your body," but rather "don't prioritize your body's exercise over the exercise of the spirit of God inside you." The time and effort one puts into godliness far exceed the time and effort put into physical training, because its dividends extend into this life and the world to come.