In the opening lines of the Gospel of John,the term "Word" refers to
A)Jesus' life.
B)Jesus' mission on earth.
C)Jesus' preexistence in heaven before he came to earth.
D)Jesus' birth.

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The Gospel of John begins by stating, "In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God" (John 1:1). The term "Word" (Greek: logos) is used to refer to Jesus' preexistence in heaven before coming to earth. This is further supported by verse 14, which says, "And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we have seen his glory, glory as of the only Son from the Father, full of grace and truth." Thus, the "Word" refers to Jesus' divine, eternal nature prior to his incarnation.

In the Opening Lines of the Gospel of John,the Term