Topical Encyclopedia IntroductionJesus, the Christ, is the central figure of Christianity, believed to be the incarnate Son of God and the Savior of humanity. His life, teachings, death, and resurrection are foundational to Christian faith. The following scriptures, while not easily categorized, provide additional insights into His divine nature, mission, and the impact of His life and work. Divine Nature and Pre-existence John 1:1-3: "In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. He was with God in the beginning. Through Him all things were made, and without Him nothing was made that has been made." Colossians 1:16-17: "For in Him all things were created, things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or authorities. All things were created through Him and for Him. He is before all things, and in Him all things hold together." Incarnation and Earthly Ministry Philippians 2:6-8: "Who, existing in the form of God, did not consider equality with God something to be grasped, but emptied Himself, taking the form of a servant, being made in human likeness. And being found in appearance as a man, He humbled Himself and became obedient to death—even death on a cross." Hebrews 2:14-17: "Therefore, since the children have flesh and blood, He too shared in their humanity so that by His death He might destroy him who holds the power of death—that is, the devil—and free those who all their lives were held in slavery by their fear of death. For surely it is not angels He helps, but Abraham’s descendants. For this reason, He had to be made like His brothers in every way, so that He might become a merciful and faithful high priest in service to God, to make atonement for the sins of the people." Teachings and Parables Matthew 13:34-35: "Jesus spoke all these things to the crowds in parables. He did not tell them anything without using a parable. So was fulfilled what was spoken through the prophet: 'I will open My mouth in parables; I will utter things hidden since the foundation of the world.'" Mark 1:14-15: "After the arrest of John, Jesus went into Galilee and proclaimed the gospel of God. 'The time is fulfilled,' He said, 'and the kingdom of God is near. Repent and believe in the gospel!'" Miracles and Authority Matthew 8:16-17: "When evening came, many who were demon-possessed were brought to Him, and He drove out the spirits with a word and healed all the sick. This was to fulfill what was spoken through the prophet Isaiah: 'He took on our infirmities and carried our diseases.'" John 11:25-26: "Jesus said to her, 'I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in Me will live, even though he dies. And everyone who lives and believes in Me will never die. Do you believe this?'" Death and Resurrection Romans 5:8: "But God proves His love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us." 1 Corinthians 15:3-4: "For I delivered to you as of first importance what I also received: that Christ died for our sins according to the Scriptures, that He was buried, that He was raised on the third day according to the Scriptures." Ascension and Exaltation Acts 1:9-11: "After He had said this, they watched as He was taken up, and a cloud hid Him from their sight. They were looking intently into the sky as He was going, when suddenly two men dressed in white stood beside them. 'Men of Galilee,' they said, 'why do you stand here looking into the sky? This same Jesus, who has been taken from you into heaven, will come back in the same way you have seen Him go into heaven.'" Philippians 2:9-11: "Therefore God exalted Him to the highest place and gave Him the name above all names, that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father." Eternal Reign and Second Coming Revelation 19:11-16: "Then I saw heaven standing open, and there before me was a white horse. And its rider is called Faithful and True. With righteousness He judges and wages war. His eyes are like blazing fire, and on His head are many crowns. He has a name written on Him that only He Himself knows. He is dressed in a robe dipped in blood, and His name is The Word of God. The armies of heaven, dressed in fine linen, white and pure, follow Him on white horses. And from His mouth proceeds a sharp sword with which to strike down the nations, and He will rule them with an iron scepter. He treads the winepress of the fury of the wrath of God the Almighty. And He has a name written on His robe and on His thigh: King of kings and Lord of lords." These scriptures collectively underscore the multifaceted nature of Jesus Christ, highlighting His divine origin, earthly mission, sacrificial death, victorious resurrection, and eternal reign. Nave's Topical Index John 6:35,41,48,50,51,53-58And Jesus said to them, I am the bread of life: he that comes to me shall never hunger; and he that believes on me shall never thirst. Nave's Topical Index John 8:12 John 10:9-11,14 John 11:25 John 14:6 John 15:1,5-7 Colossians 3:4 2 Timothy 1:10 Revelation 1:18 Revelation 22:13 Resources Who is Jesus Christ? | GotQuestions.orgIs there power in the name of Jesus? | GotQuestions.org Is Jesus God? Did Jesus ever claim to be God? | GotQuestions.org Jesus: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus |
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