The Wonder of it All – Week 1
November 30, 2025
I Wonder as I Wander
Pastor Ricky Smith
Sermon Notes
John 1:14-18
And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we have seen his glory, glory as of the only Son from the Father, full of grace and truth. (John bore witness about him, and cried out, “This was he of whom I said, ‘He who comes after me ranks before me, because he was before me.'” For from his fullness we have all received, grace upon grace. For the law was given through Moses; grace and truth came through Jesus Christ. No one has ever seen God; the only God, who is at the Father’s side, he has made him known.
1. God Took on Flesh to Dwell with Us
God moved into our neighborhood so we could know Him personally and experience His grace.
2. Jesus Reveals the Glory and Grace of God
3. Jesus Makes the Invisible God Known
Next Steps
- I confess my sin and turn to Jesus as King for the first time
- I commit to view this Christmas season as a missional opportunity
- I choose to dwell with Jesus this week through quality time in prayer and His Word.
Deep Dive
- How is Jesus the fulfillment of both grace and truth? (See Exodus 34:6)
- Read John 1:14-18. In what ways have you received “grace upon grace” from Christ?
- Why is it important that our church be known for both grace and truth?
Springboards
- Read Matthew 1:18-25. What stands out to you about Joseph’s character and response to the angel’s message?
- How does the name “Jesus” reflect both our need and God’s provision?
- In what ways can you, like Joseph, obey God quietly and faithfully this week?
