1. What is so special about Jesus? – John 1:1-18 1.Jesus is God –v.1-5 a. He is eternal b. He is God c. He is the Creator He makes extravagant claims:- -The “bread of life” – John 6:35 -The “light of the world” – 8:12 -The “resurrection & the life” – 11:25,26

2. 2. He became human – v.14 A mind-blowing truth:- a.Astounding b.Wonderful Jesus shows us that God is:- 1. Full of grace 2. Totally truthful

3. 3. He is the way to know God – v.10-13 Different responses to Jesus:- a.Don’t recognize him – v.10 b.Reject him – v.11 c.Receive him, believe in him – v.12,13. They are “born of God”, “born again”, a “new creation” etc

4. 4. Your response Don’t ignore him a.Take time to investigate b.Receive him today c.Make sure he is central in your life. He is not just “for Christmas”