DAY 3 | And the Word Became Flesh
A 12-Day Advent Journey to Draw Near to Jesus — Meeting the Living Word Who Speaks Today.
Dear Friends,
Welcome to Day 3 of Meet Him at the Manger. Yesterday we rested in the truth that God is near. Today we see just how near He came—so near that the Word Himself became flesh. The same Savior who spoke creation into being now speaks life into our hearts through His Word.
Have you ever opened your Bible and felt like the words just sat there on the page? Advent invites us to look again—to see Jesus alive in every line. Lisa Elliott reminds us that the Word is not simply a story to study, but a Savior who steps right into ours.
Before you read today, pause for a quiet moment and whisper, “Lord, help me see You here.” He delights to meet you in the pages of His Word—speaking life, truth, and hope into every weary place of your heart.
With love,
Your JBU Sisters in Christ
Our Sponsor — The Jesus Bible
✨ As you read, listen for His voice between the lines. The Living Word is waiting to speak to you today.
And the Word Became Flesh
By: Lisa Elliott
When I was a student at Bible college, we were encouraged to consider the context of Scripture: When was this book of the Bible written? Who was it written to? What was the culture like? And why was this message important for that particular audience?
While I learned to appreciate the context of God’s Word and take Him at His word, I wanted to make sure I could also apply it to my life. After all, bringing God’s Word to life and applying it is what His Word was intended for, isn’t it? I firmly believe that that same historical Scripture is as relevant to our lives today as it was for the people it was originally written to. Otherwise, the Word is reduced to mere…words.
What better time of year to consider the words inscribed in John’s Gospel than at Christmas: “In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God” (John 1:1). John goes on to say, “The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us. We have seen his glory, the glory of the one and only Son, who came from the Father, full of grace and truth” (John 1:14). The Word became flesh! We have seen His glory.
This Christmas season, let the Word be like water to your thirsty soul — living water, in every sense of the word. Drink it in and allow it to refresh your soul, make you wise, and give joy to your heart and light to your eyes (Psalm 19:7-8). “Taste and see that the LORD is good” (Psalm 34:8). Let it breathe life and hope into your weary heart, for “all Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness” (2 Timothy 3:16). Allow it to penetrate and judge the thoughts and attitudes of your heart (Hebrews 4:12). God’s Word is a prescription for life—in abundance (John 10:10)! So put God’s Word into action this Christmas as you celebrate Jesus, “the Word became flesh”, by living it out in your daily life.
Read:
Reflect:
What does it mean that “the Word became flesh and dwelt among us”?
How can I let Scripture refresh my heart this Christmas?
What’s one way I can live out God’s Word in my daily life?
Pray:
Jesus, Living Word, thank You for coming near so that I could know the heart of the Father. When I open Your Word, let it come alive with Your presence. Speak to me through its pages—correcting, comforting, and renewing my faith. Help me not only to read about You but to walk with You, obey You, and reflect Your love to those around me. Shape my life by Your truth and draw me ever closer to You. Amen.
As you go, take His Word with you. Let His truth echo in your heart and His voice guide each step you take today.
✨ May this Advent day draw your heart closer to Jesus, who meets you in every moment.
P.S. We hope these first three devotionals have encouraged you! Join us for the rest of our 12-day journey to the manger.
