John, the Apostle, takes a big picture view. Jesus is called the Word because he communicates God - even today. God is one God but three persons - the Trinity. John the Baptist is introduced.
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Luke's introduction to Jesus
Luke, a non-Jew Christian convert, writes a historical Gospel using eye witnesses, for Theophilus - also not a Jew. The four different Gospel writers have different styles and purpose but together give a whole picture of Jesus.
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The coming of the "Wise Men"
The identity, origin and journey of the Magi are all discussed. Links trace back to the Old Testament. The star phenomena is considered. Herod the Great is introduced and the effect of the Magi's visit.
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The birth of John the Baptist
After John's birth, Zechariah confirms his name and is able to speak again. He prophesies, with reference to covenants made between God and the Jewish people. Old Testament covenants are explained.
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The joyful visit of Mary to Elizabeth
Mary and Elizabeth are related and miraculous births are happening for both. They spend three months together. Mary's prophetic song is studied statement by statement.
About Word Online: Series 1 - The early life of Jesus
In this series we trace Jesus’ life from his miraculous birth in Bethlehem, his family’s escape to Egypt, through to his life as a growing boy in his home village of Nazareth in Galilee. Matthew and Luke focus on this period of Jesus’ life and provide us with almost all of our material in this series.
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