Hope and Prophecy

Who Is Jesus?

Jesus Christ is the Son of God, the promised Messiah, the Creator, Savior, and coming King. He became human, lived a sinless life, died for humanity's sins, rose from the dead, and will return to establish His eternal kingdom.

Published 2026-09-13 · Updated 2026-09-27

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Biblical explanation

Jesus is introduced as the eternal Word who “was with God” and “was God” (). says all things were made through Him. The Old Testament promised the coming Messiah. speaks of a child who would be called “The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace” (). foretold a ruler whose origins are “from everlasting.” Jesus identified Himself as the fulfillment of Scripture. In , He applied Isaiah's prophecy concerning the Messiah to Himself. Jesus' mission was ultimately centered on salvation. says, “thou shalt call his name JESUS: for he shall save his people from their sins.” He died on the cross as the sacrifice for sin (; ). He then rose from the dead (; ). Jesus is now described as our High Priest and advocate (; ). Scripture also promises His visible return (; ).

In brief

Jesus is introduced as the eternal Word who “was with God” and “was God” ().

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