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how does the new testament echo or reframe the idea of creation 'in the beginning'?

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John 1:1-3

“In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. The same was in the beginning with God. All things were made through him. Without him was not anything made that has been made.”

This passage opens John's Gospel, introducing Jesus as 'the Word' (Logos). It sets the stage for understanding Jesus' identity and role by connecting him directly to God's act of creation from the very start.

What does it mean for your understanding of life and purpose that 'all things were made through him'?

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  • Genesis 1:1

    This is the original 'in the beginning' passage, describing God's act of creation through his word.

  • Colossians 1:15-17

    This passage further describes Jesus' preeminence and his role as the creator and sustainer of all things.

  • Hebrews 1:1-3

    This letter also speaks of God speaking through his Son, by whom he made the universe, and who upholds all things.

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