The Basics 4a: Jesus is God the Son
Jesus is… Jesus is the pivot point of history. The rock on which many stand and a stumbling block for many others. Jesus is the name above all names and…
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Jesus is Pivotal
While we recognize the eternal aspects of Jesus, God the Son, we must also recognize the historical nature of Jesus – the Son of Man. The Gospel of John reports,…
The Basics: 4C Jesus Became Human
Beneath the trappings of Christmas, the family gatherings, the presents, colored lights, decorated trees, and classic stories is one simple truth. God became human and was named Jesus. This mystery…
The Basics 4d – Jesus is Redeemer
There are many words, phrases, and metaphors used to describe Jesus primary purpose. Perhaps the most poignant for me is “redeemer.” All the other words are fantastic and useful and…
The Basics 4e – Jesus is Messiah
In many cultures, there is celebration and anticipation when a mother announces she is pregnant. There are plans and preparations made, showers and parties to attend, progress to monitor as…
The Basics 4f – Jesus is Risen
The preeminent article of Christian faith is the resurrection of Jesus. The Apostle Paul said, “and if Christ has not been raised, then our preaching is vain, your faith also…
The Basics 4g: Jesus is the King of Kings
People approach Jesus in many different ways. Some see Him as a good teacher, an influential figure, or an ancient myth. Other’s approach him as the babe in the manger.…
The Basics 4h – Jesus is Returning
There is much to say about Jesus, far more than we’ve covered in this section of our basic review of Christian faith. Our encouragement is to read the Gospel accounts…
The Basics 5a – Salvation is Necessary
Saved and salvation are “church words” that find their meaning in the Bible. What does it mean to be saved? Why does anyone need saving? What are we being saved…
The Basics 5b – Salvation is Foreseen
One thing clear in the Bible is that God had a plan. From Genesis to Malachi there are foreshadows, prophecy, and longing for God’s solution to our sin problem. Even…
The Basics 5c – Salvation is in Christ
In practically all other religions of the world acts, duties, and sacrifices are offered to garner favor with a higher power. This appeasement brings us to another church word related…
The Basics 5d – Salvation is Accessible
There is a parable of Jesus which illustrates the next aspect of salvation to consider. In Luke 14, Jesus was invited to eat a meal at the house of a…