Christmas
The Nativity of Our Lord (Christmas Day)
December 25, 2025
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“And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we have seen his glory.” (John 1:14)
The prologue is set apart from the rest of John’s Gospel by its designation of Jesus Christ as the Word (Gr.: logos , vv. 1, 14) rather than “the Son.” The term One and Only (implying sonship) is introduced, however, in verses 14 and 18 and sets the stage for the Gospel’s characteristic emphasis on the Father-Son relationship between God and Jesus.
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Commentary
Commentary on John 1:1-14 Working Preacher
Lutheran commentary on the prologue as John's account of the incarnation for Christmas Day.
John 1:(1-9) 10-18 Commentary Center for Excellence in Preaching
Reformed commentary on the Word who became flesh and moved into the neighborhood.
John 1 - The Eternal Word Becomes Flesh Enduring Word · David Guzik
David Guzik's verse-by-verse evangelical commentary on the prologue.
John 1 Commentary Precept Austin
Verse-by-verse study gathering many commentators on John 1.
The Nativity of the Lord (Christmas) Mass During the Day Loyola Press · Sunday Connection
Catholic Sunday Connection reflection for the Christmas Day Mass Gospel of the Word made flesh.
John 1:1 Commentaries BibleHub
Classic cross-tradition commentary collection on 'In the beginning was the Word'.
Light from Light, Christmas Day (III) Sermons That Work · Episcopal Church
An Episcopal Christmas Day sermon on John's telling of the nativity.
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What does John's prologue add to the Christmas story?
Where Luke gives the manger, John gives its meaning: the eternal Word through whom all things were made became flesh, full of grace and truth, the light no darkness can overcome.
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