Behold (Glory To God)

When Jesus Culture sings "Behold the Word of God made flesh and come to dwell among us," they’re pointing us straight into the heart of the gospel — the mystery and wonder John sums up: "The Word became flesh and dwelt among us" (John 1:14). That single line opens a doorway: God chose to come near, to take on human form so we could see and know him.

The chorus — "Glory to God in the highest and peace to those on earth" — echoes the angels at Jesus’ birth (Luke 2:14) and ties glory and peace together. Scripture keeps saying the same thing with different words: Isaiah calls him "Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace" (Isaiah 9:6). That’s not just a list of titles; it’s who He is for us: wise counsel in confusion (cf. John 14:26), strength when we’re weak (Isaiah 9:6), and a peace that reorders the heart (John 14:27; Matthew 11:28–30).

The bridge — "Praise the Lord the God of Jacob… He has sent a mighty Savior to set His people free" — ties worship to redemption (Luke 1:68; Acts 13:23; Galatians 5:1). The song is worshipful but also missionary: this revelation of God compels a response. To "behold" is active — to stop, look, and let the revealed Christ change the way we think, speak, and live. If the Light has broken the darkness, our job as people who know that Light is to walk as children of light (Ephesians 5:8), to let peace rule in our hearts (Colossians 3:15), and to rest our burdens on the shoulders of One who carries the world (Isaiah 9:6; Matthew 11:28–30).

So hold that image: God becomes flesh, brings light, calls us to peace and freedom. Be still long enough to behold him — not as a doctrine, but as presence.

Question to sit with this week: What part of your life are you still keeping in darkness instead of bringing to the Light, and will you lay that burden on the One who is your Counselor, Mighty God, and Prince of Peace?