Christ Declared the Father

(1) Words Convey Thoughts

A word is the most basic unit of language that expresses thought. By doing so, it declares the otherwise hidden thoughts of the speaker.
Christ, as the Word, expresses the hidden thoughts of God. For

(2) Words Express Revelation

A word opens a window to the understanding of the one speaking. It reveals his true character, personality, and intellect. For instance, John tells us that Christ, as the Word, revealed the true nature of God to man.

(3) Words Communicate

A word imparts knowledge to the listener. Through words, we understand what someone is saying to us. Christ, as the Word, makes us to understand the Father and His truth for us. The words Christ spoke were the words that the Father wanted to be said.

(4) Words Transform the Hearer

The active listener understands the word spoken to him and is changed by the experience. He may increase his knowledge or understanding. He may change his opinion or beliefs, but, in some way, he is changed.
Christ, as the Word, transforms those who listen to Him. He may be rejected (John 1:10-11) or received (John 1:12). To receive Him as the Word is to be empowered to become the sons of God. The believer who beholds the Word will be changed into the same image they behold.

A. They Beheld His Glory (John 1:14; Hebrews 1:3; 2Corinthians 4:6).

1. The glory of His birth (Luke 2:8-14)
2. The glory of His baptism (Matthew 3:16-17)
3. The glory of His miracles (John 2:11; John 11:4, 40)
4. The glory of His transfiguration (Matthew 17:1-5; 2Peter 1:16-18)
5. The glory of the Father's third testimony (John 12:27-28)
6. The glory of His resurrection (John 12:16; Philippians 3:21)
7. The glory of His ....