The Image of Jesus

John 1:1-2 – In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God, He was with God in the beginning.

Jesus was in the very beginning with the Father. When God said let us make man in our image, He was referring to Jesus, the Holy Spirit and Himself. I call this the ultimate board meeting.

God sent Jesus to give His life for us. As a result, we are free from the grip of sin. Jesus is the giver of life but also of many blessings and gifts that the Father has reserved for His children. He freely gave of Himself to teach us how to give of ourselves to others.

To be in the image of Jesus means we reflect Him beautifully to the world. When the people of the world see us, they should see a people filled with:

- Joy
- Peace
- Hope
- Love
- Compassion
- Forgiveness

All of these attributes are a reflection of the character of Jesus. He exemplified all of these characteristics; and He demonstrates to us a clear example of how we also can live out these attributes in our lives.

The scripture says that the ‘Word’ – Jesus -- was in the beginning with God. It further states that the Word was God. It is clear that Jesus and the Father are one even though they have different administration and functions. They act as one, they work in unity with each other, and they take care of the needs of those who belong to them with the help of the Holy Spirit.

While He was on earth, Jesus did not act on His own - He only did what the Father instructed Him to do. We must also do only what the Father instructs us to do. When we obey Him, we show Him that we are exactly like His Son; and we desire to please Him.

Ponder and meditate on this:

How can I be a true reflection of Jesus?