Despite this evil world being full of selfish, abusive leaders and sinful, miserable people, God sent His Son Jesus Christ with a specific purpose to bring the good news of an entirely new way of life and a new governmental system headed by God the Father and Himself. Jesus taught the good news of the coming Kingdom of God to anyone who could hear Him, though He knew most would not heed His words. He did not come to enter into earthly politics or to make this world better, but made it clear that His Kingdom was not of this world, even though He was born to be King. While Jesus preached to the world by warning it, He remained separate from its politics, focusing primarily on His disciples, whom He taught God's way of life. He called them out of this present, evil age, out of its customs, philosophies, and ways, to a life of separation from the world, instructing them to follow Him. Though His disciples must live in the world, Jesus taught that they should not be of it, living as foreigners and ambassadors for His coming Kingdom. When questioned about paying taxes to Caesar, Jesus replied to render to Caesar the things that are Caesar's, and to God the things that are God's, pointing out a distinction between God's Kingdom and the nations of the world, while affirming His ultimate loyalty to God.

Jesus Christ's teachings from the cross on the day of His crucifixion are recorded in the New Testament. His final words, spread across the four gospels, provide a profound message of love, forgiveness, and hope. Jesus spoke seven times from the cross: three times to God the Father and four times to those nearby. Each statement offers insight into His thoughts during His greatest agony. First, Jesus prayed, "Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they do," seeking forgiveness for those crucifying Him, extending this plea to all humanity. This reflects His love and commitment to serve those who sin out of ignorance. Second, Jesus encouraged a repentant thief beside Him, promising hope for the future, demonstrating His concern for others even in His suffering. This interaction highlights the hope available to those who believe in Him and change their lives. Third, Jesus expressed concern for His mother's welfare, entrusting her care to His disciple John. This act of love shows His commitment to family responsibility despite His imminent death. In His fourth statement, Jesus cried out, "My God, My God, why have You forsaken Me?" This cry of feeling forsaken by God underscores the depth of His suffering and the reality of His humanity, as He bore the sins of mankind alone. Fifth, Jesus expressed His physical need for a drink, fulfilling an Old Testament prophecy and showing His humanity and the reality of His suffering. This request also highlighted His obedience to the Father's will. Sixth, Jesus declared, "It is finished," signifying the completion of His redemptive work on earth. This statement affirmed that the penalty for the sins of the world was paid in full. Finally, Jesus said, "Father, into Your hands I commit My spirit," demonstrating His trust in God even at the moment of death. This last statement reaffirmed His dedication to serving God and His complete trust in the Father. These teachings from the cross encapsulate Jesus' message of love, forgiveness, and hope, serving as a powerful testament to His ministry and sacrifice for all humanity.

Jesus Christ's teachings are the key to understanding prophecy and the entirety of God's revelation. His message, the gospel, is the essence and governing force of prophecy. The testimony of Jesus, which includes His life and teachings, takes precedence over all other revelations in the Bible. This is evident in the Transfiguration, where God emphasizes hearing Jesus above Moses and Elijah, indicating that Jesus' words are the bedrock on which all else is built. Jesus' teachings provide the baseline for interpreting the Old Testament and understanding end-time events, as seen in the Olivet Prophecy. His message unlocks the mysteries of true righteousness and guides us toward the establishment of the Kingdom of God and our salvation.