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Visual Commentary: John 1
BibleProject · 6:31
A visual study of the Word, creation, incarnation, and the new-creation imagery of John 1:1-18.
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New Birth
Life in God's kingdom begins through birth from above by water and Spirit.
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Watch and listen: New Birth
These media companions are mapped to this theme. Source labels distinguish the site's confessional center from broader Christian and academic perspectives.
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Lectionary at Lunch: John
Concordia Seminary, St. Louis
Exegetical audio on many Johannine lectionary texts, frequently working directly with the Greek for pastors and serious students.
Open audio resource (opens in a new tab)How the theme develops
- The prologue says God's children are born of God.
- Jesus tells Israel's teacher that new birth is necessary and received.
Key passages
- John 1:12-13
- John 3:1-10
What it reveals about Jesus
Jesus is the descended Son through whom the Spirit gives heavenly birth.
Old Testament background
Ezekiel 36:24-28
Confessional Lutheran reflection
The Small Catechism's baptismal confession coheres with water, Spirit, promise, and new birth centered in Christ.