Jesus of Nazareth is the God of the Old Testament, the Christ, God incarnate, the prophesied Messiah, the Savior of mankind. He exists eternally with the Father, and all things were created through Him and for Him. Before His human birth, He revealed Himself to the patriarchs as "the Eternal" (YHWH) and by a variety of other names. He divested Himself of the majesty of His office to become human by means of birth to the virgin Mary. Though tempted in all points like other men, He lived sinlessly throughout His life, giving Himself to be crucified as the perfect atonement for mankind's transgressions of God's laws. After three days and three nights in the grave, He was resurrected as a divine spirit Being and ascended to the Father's right hand in heaven, becoming our High Priest, Advocate and Mediator before the Father. As such, He is technically the Dispenser of the Holy Spirit. He is now Head of the church, and shall return soon as King of kings and Lord of lords to establish the Kingdom of God on earth, sharing His rule with His resurrected brothers and sisters.
Scripture References:
John 1:1-3, 10, 14, 29-36; John 8:53-58; Colossians 1:13-20; John 3:16; Romans 5:8-9; Acts 2:33-35; John 15:26; John 16:7; Ephesians 4:7-8; I John 2:1-2; Hebrews 1:1-4; Hebrews 2:9-14; Hebrews 4:14-16; Hebrews 9:11-15; Ephesians 1:19-23; Philippians 2:5-7; Matthew 12:40; I Thessalonians 4:16; Revelation 5:9-10; Revelation 11:15; Revelation 19:11-16
From the Library: Jesus Christ, Son of God
Hebrews (Part Nine): Chapter 1: Jesus' Exultation and Christianity's Claims
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)Jesus Christ, the Son of God, is central to the divine proclamation in Psalm 2, where He is twice called God's Son, as well as the Anointed One and the Messiah, clearly identifying Him as the same person. He is the only begotten Son of God, uniquely declared in John 1:17 as being in the bosom of the Father, having revealed Him. …
What Is 'Son of God'?
Sermonette by Richard T. RitenbaughJesus Christ, referred to as the Son of Man, embodies a profound connection to humanity. Even during His life, there was controversy about His identity, as He asked His disciples, "Who do men say that I, the Son of Man, am?" Many did not recognize Him, guessing He was a prophet like John the Baptist, Elijah, or Jeremiah. Yet, in …
Jesus and the Rebellious Son
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughJesus Christ, the Son of God, stands as the perfect righteous Son, in stark contrast to the rebellious son described in Deuteronomy 21:18-21. At the appointed time, God the Father sent His Son into the world as Savior and Redeemer, the anointed Messiah. He lived without sin, providing a flawless model for godly living amidst a …
Jesus Christ's Trial (Part Two)
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsNo trial has so challenged the western world or so charged our emotions as the trial of Jesus Christ by the Jewish and Roman authorities in Palestine. Other trials were passive and routine compared with the trial and crucifixion of Jesus Christ. No person has been hated more than the totally innocent Jesus. The arrest of Jesus …
Jesus and the Feast (Part One): Alignment With God
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughIn the context of the Feast of Tabernacles, Jesus Christ, Son of God, emerges as a central figure of divine revelation and authority. During this feast, as documented in John 7, He speaks and acts with profound insight, addressing themes of timing, true teaching, righteous judgment, and origins. Despite efforts by Jewish …
Why Hebrews Was Written (Part Twelve): The Son's Superiority Over Angels
'Personal' from John W. RitenbaughThe epistle to the Hebrews provides remarkable insight into the work and character of Jesus Christ, the Son of God, who is vital to our conversion and transformation into God's image. Though Jesus was born of a human woman, His Father is the great, eternal God of heaven, making Him both divine and human. He retained His divinity …
Jesus Was a Carpenter
CGG Weekly by Richard T. RitenbaughNazareth's citizens could not reconcile their long-time knowledge of Christ with His ministry. Stuck on the stereotype, they failed to see how He could be more.
Why Hebrews Was Written (Part Ten): Christianity's Claims
'Personal' from John W. RitenbaughHere are twelve claims that the Father, the Son, and Their way of life make upon humanity, giving mankind no excuse for its failure to respond to God.
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