Jesus Desires to Dwell Among Us

Summary

• John 1:18 reveals that no one has ever seen God, but Jesus—God’s only Son—has made Him known.
• Jesus the Word had come in the flesh to reveal the nature and character of God.
• This passage emphasises the unique relationship between Jesus and God, showing Jesus as the one who makes God accessible to humanity.

Reflect

1. Jesus came into our world to make God known and dwell among us. How does this truth help your understanding of who God is, in terms of His desire to commune with you?

2. In what ways can you know God more fully through Jesus in your daily life? Take concrete steps to know Him experientially in the coming days.

Watch

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The video focuses on Jesus as the Word who became flesh and dwelt among us. It explores the idea that Jesus embodies God's desire to be present with His people, not confined to a temple but living among them. The imagery of God "moving into the neighbourhood" shows His intimate desire to be close and active in the lives of His followers. Jesus desires to dwell with us and invites us into a deeper relationship with Him.

Reflect

3. How can you respond to Jesus’ invitation to deeper intimacy? What must you do and/or stop doing in order to cultivate this intimacy with Him?

Closing Prayer

Pray for a deeper awareness of Jesus’ presence in your life. Ask Him for grace to embrace His desire to dwell with you daily, transforming your heart and life with His love.

Additional Resources

John 1-12
What is the Gospel of John about in the Bible? Watch as we explain its major themes and gain a deeper understanding of its place in the biblical story.

John 1
In this video, we explore the opening of John’s Gospel and what it means for Jesus to be called the Word of God.