Observation
The Greek word actually used for voice is logos. Very often we read John 1:1 and we read Word instead of voice. But the word "word" describes something that is written and we read. However the word logos essentially refers to the act of speaking or bringing thoughts of expression (voice bible).
In John 1, John is saying that Jesus is the voice of God. He is the voice that shaped the entire cosmos and all living creatures. John places a high importance on Jesus's relationship with God from the beginning. Because Jesus is the voice of God, He is apart of God, is God, and thus apart of the Trinity.
Application
This singular sentence has two applications for me. One, Jesus said that He is the good shepherd and His sheep know His voice. His voice calls to me and beckoning a response. After 12 years being called His, I do recognize His voice. It is tender and honest, dripping with love. His voice is found in the road less travelled and in my greatest weaknesses. I hear His sweet song in the sleeping child and the messy drunk.
What an incredible blessing it is to hear His voice.
The second application, is the power of the spoken word. Matthew 12:37 says that it is by our words that we are justified and condemned. There are multiple scriptures in the bible that support that, most notably is the proverbs 18:21 that states that death and life are in the power of the tongue. To take it one step deeper than just our words, I think we have to note our tone when we do speak the Word. We have a voice also, so what laces our words when we speak them?
I need to be better about speaking the word of God out loud. But I also need to season every word with grace. The combination of truth and grace is very powerful.
Prayer
Father, thank You for Your voice. Thank You for calling out to me and drawing me to You. May I also speak Your word with confidence and grace, bringing life to all those who hear.
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