How does John 1:34 affirm Jesus as the Son of God in your life? The Eyewitness Testimony “I have seen and testified that this is the Son of God.” (John 1:34) • John the Baptist speaks as a first-hand witness. • His words are a sworn statement, not a suggestion. • By anchoring Jesus’ identity in observable fact, he invites me to rest my faith on solid ground. The Title “Son of God” Unpacked • Eternal: “In the beginning was the Word … and the Word was God.” (John 1:1-2) • Equal: “He was even calling God His own Father, making Himself equal with God.” (John 5:18) • Affirmed: “This is My beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased.” (Matthew 3:17) • Vindicated: “Declared with power to be the Son of God by His resurrection from the dead.” (Romans 1:4) What His Sonship Secures for Me • Truth I can trust—every promise carries divine authority. (2 Corinthians 1:20) • Salvation that cannot fail—God Himself paid the price. (John 3:16) • Life that is eternal—“Whoever has the Son has life.” (1 John 5:12) Everyday Confidence • Identity: The Son frees me from slavery to sin. (John 8:36) • Security: He “always lives to intercede” for me. (Hebrews 7:25) • Access: In Him I cry, “Abba! Father!” (Galatians 4:6) • Purpose: All was made through and for Him, so my life finds meaning in serving Him. (Colossians 1:16-18) Key Verses to Revisit Takeaway John’s clear, Spirit-inspired testimony settles Jesus’ identity. Trusting that testimony roots my faith, secures my salvation, and propels me into a life lived confidently under the loving lordship of the Son of God. |
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