2007-10-15 08:22:01 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Jesus Christ - Profile of Jesus Christ from the New Testament:
Jesus of Nazareth, he is the Christ, the "Anointed One," or the "Messiah." The name "Jesus" is derived from the Hebrew-Aramaic word "Yeshua," meaning "Yahweh is salvation." The name "Christ" is actually a title for Jesus. It comes from the Greek word "Christos," meaning "the Anointed One," or "Messiah" in Hebrew.
Jesus is the central figure in Christianity and his life, message and ministry are chronicled in the four gospels of the New Testament.
Most Bible scholars agree that he was a Jewish teacher from Galilee who performed many miracles of healing and deliverance. He called twelve Jewish men to follow him, working closely with them to train and prepare them to carry on the ministry.
He was crucified in Jerusalem by order of Pontius Pilate, the Roman governor, for claiming to be the King of the Jews. He resurrected three days after his death, appeared to his disciples and then ascended into heaven.
His life and death provided the atoning sacrifice for the sins of the world. Man was separated from God through Adam's sin, but reconciled back to God through Jesus' sacrifice. He will claim his Bride, the church, and later return at his Second Coming to judge the world and establish his eternal kingdom, thus fulfilling Messianic prophecy.
Accomplishments:
Jesus Christ's accomplishments are too numerous to list. He was conceived of the Holy Spirit, born of a virgin. He lived a sinless life. He turned water into wine, healed many sick, blind and lame people, he forgave sins, he multiplied fish and loaves of bread to feed thousands on more than one occasion, he delivered the demon possessed, he walked on water, he calmed the stormy sea, he raised children and adults from death to life. He proclaimed the good news of the Kingdom of God.
He laid down his life and was crucified. He descended into hell and took the keys of death and hell. He resurrected from the dead. He paid for the sins of the world and purchased the pardon of men. He restored man's fellowship with God, opening the way to eternal life. These are just a few of his extraordinary accomplishments.
Strengths:
Though difficult to understand, the Bible teaches, and most Christians believe that Jesus is God, or Immanuel, "God with us." For more information about Christ's divinity, visit this study of the doctrine of the trinity. Jesus has always existed and has always been God (John 8:58 and 10:30).
Weaknesses:
Also difficult to understand, yet the Bible teaches, and most Christians believe, that Jesus was not only fully God, but fully man. He became a human being so that he could identify with our weaknesses and struggles, and most importantly so that he could give his life to pay the penalty for our sins (John 1:1,14; Hebrews 2:17; Philippians 2:5-11).
Check out this resource for more information about why Jesus had to die.
Life Lessons:
Once again, the lessons from Jesus Christ's life are too numerous to list. Love for mankind, sacrifice, humility, purity, servanthood, obedience and devotion to God are some of the most important lessons that his life exemplified.
Hometown:
Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea and grew up in Nazareth in Galilee.
Referenced in the Bible:
Jesus is mentioned more than 1200 times in the New Testament. His life, message and ministry are recorded in the four gospels of the New Testament: Matthew, Mark, Luke and John.
Occupation:
Jesus' earthly father, Joseph, was a carpenter, or skilled craftsman by trade. Most likely, Jesus worked alongside his father Joseph as a carpenter. In the Book of Mark, chapter 6, verse 3, Jesus is referred to as a carpenter.
2007-10-15 08:26:48 · answer #1 · answered by R 2 · 2⤊ 2⤋
According to the Bible, Jesus is:
1) The Son of Man (A Jewish Messiah reference- Daniel 7)
2) The Son of God (John 3:16)
3) The Lord of the Sabbath ( Matthew 12:8; Mark 2:28; Luke 6:5)
4) The Lord and God ( John 20:28)
5) a worker of miracles ( John 20:30)
6) the way, the truth, and the life (John 14:6)
7) The Word of God ( John 1)
He is a great many more things than that!
2007-10-15 08:33:51 · answer #2 · answered by Christian Sinner 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Jesus is never recorded in the Bible as saying the exact words, “I am God.” That does not mean, however, that He did not proclaim that He is God. Take for example Jesus’ words in John 10:30, “I and the Father are one.” At first glance, this might not seem to be a claim to be God. However, look at the Jews’ reaction to His statement, “We are not stoning you for any of these, replied the Jews, but for blasphemy, because you, a mere man, claim to be God” (John 10:33). The Jews understood Jesus’ statement to be a claim to be God. In the following verses, Jesus never corrects the Jews by saying, “I did not claim to be God.” That indicates Jesus was truly saying He was God by declaring, “I and the Father are one” (John 10:30). John 8:58 is another example. Jesus declared, "I tell you the truth, before Abraham was born, I am!" Again, in response, the Jews take up stones in an attempt to stone Jesus (John 8:59). Why would the Jews want to stone Jesus if He hadn’t said something they believed to be blasphemous, namely, a claim to be God?
2007-10-15 09:18:50 · answer #3 · answered by Freedom 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Jesus is the Living Water, the Bread of Life, Son Of GOD, Son Of Man,
the Alpha And Omega, Rabbi, Master, GOD'S Beloved Son, The Redeemer, the Great Physician, King of Kings, Prince of Peace, Emmanuel. I'm sure there are more, but those come to my mind first. Praise GOD.
2007-10-15 08:31:00 · answer #4 · answered by missywose 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
This unseen God of the Old Testament finally seen through His Incarnation, Human Living, Death, Resurrection, Ascension, Enthronement and Glorification...This is Jesus Christ. Emmanuel.. God with us.
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2007-10-15 08:30:06 · answer #5 · answered by Broken Alabaster Flask 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Jesus is the SON of God. The most spiritually enlightened man ever.
2007-10-15 08:25:00 · answer #6 · answered by monte54que 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Jesus Christ is the Son of God!
2007-10-15 08:27:19 · answer #7 · answered by Lightbright 3 · 3⤊ 1⤋
Jesus is God and the only way to be saved.
2007-10-15 08:24:12 · answer #8 · answered by CJ 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
His only Son.
2007-10-15 08:25:15 · answer #9 · answered by migbuster 4 · 2⤊ 1⤋
He is the son of God. The Messiah.
2007-10-15 08:26:52 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 1⤋