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    Word (Logos) in the Bible

    God's word is never empty. He speaks creation into being, covenant into history, and salvation into the world through His Son — the Word made flesh.

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    John 1:1

    “In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.”
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    Isaiah 55:11

    “So shall my word be that goeth forth out of my mouth: it shall not return unto me void.”
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    Hebrews 4:12

    “For the word of God is quick, and powerful, and sharper than any twoedged sword.”
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    2 Timothy 3:16

    “All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine.”
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    Dabar: word that does

    Hebrew dabar (H1697) is speech that accomplishes — God's word goes out and does what He sends it for (Isaiah 55:11).

    Logos: the Word made flesh

    Greek logos (G3056) reaches its climax in John 1: the Word who was with God and was God became flesh and dwelt among us.

    Frequently asked questions

    What does 'Logos' mean in the Bible?

    Logos (G3056) means word, reason, or message. In John 1 it is the eternal Son of God who became flesh in Jesus Christ.

    What is the difference between logos and rhema?

    Logos often refers to God's revealed Word as a whole; rhema (G4487) emphasizes a specific spoken word. Both are God's word.

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