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The role of Jesus Christ as a prophet is a significant aspect of His ministry, emphasizing His function as a divine messenger and teacher. The neglect of His prophetic message is a serious matter, as it carries profound spiritual consequences. The Bible underscores the importance of heeding the words of Christ, warning of the severe repercussions of ignoring His teachings.
Christ as ProphetJesus Christ is recognized not only as the Savior and King but also as a Prophet. In
Deuteronomy 18:15, Moses speaks of a prophet like himself whom God will raise up: "The LORD your God will raise up for you a prophet like me from among your brothers. You must listen to him." This prophecy is fulfilled in Christ, who is the ultimate prophet, delivering God's final revelation to humanity.
The Call to ListenThroughout the Gospels, Jesus calls His followers to listen and adhere to His teachings. In
Matthew 7:24-27 , Jesus illustrates the importance of acting on His words: "Therefore everyone who hears these words of Mine and acts on them is like a wise man who built his house on the rock... But everyone who hears these words of Mine and does not act on them is like a foolish man who built his house on sand." This parable highlights the stability and security found in obedience to Christ's words, contrasting it with the destruction that comes from neglect.
Consequences of NeglectThe New Testament warns of the severe consequences of neglecting Christ's prophetic message. In
Hebrews 2:1-3 , the author admonishes believers: "We must pay closer attention, therefore, to what we have heard, so that we do not drift away. For if the message spoken by angels was binding, and every transgression and disobedience received its just punishment, how shall we escape if we neglect such a great salvation?" This passage emphasizes the gravity of ignoring the salvation offered through Christ, who is greater than the angels and whose message is of utmost importance.
Judgment and AccountabilityNeglecting the words of Christ leads to judgment and accountability before God. In
John 12:48 , Jesus Himself declares, "There is a judge for the one who rejects Me and does not receive My words; the word that I have spoken will judge him on the last day." This statement underscores the authority of Christ's words and the inevitable judgment that awaits those who disregard them.
The Urgency of ResponseThe prophetic role of Christ demands an urgent response. In
Luke 13:3 , Jesus warns, "No, I tell you. But unless you repent, you too will all perish." The call to repentance is central to Christ's message, urging individuals to turn from sin and embrace the salvation He offers. The neglect of this call results in spiritual peril.
The Role of the Holy SpiritThe Holy Spirit plays a crucial role in guiding believers to understand and apply the teachings of Christ. In
John 16:13-14 , Jesus promises, "However, when the Spirit of truth comes, He will guide you into all truth... He will glorify Me by taking from what is Mine and disclosing it to you." The Spirit aids believers in comprehending the depth of Christ's prophetic message, ensuring that His words are not neglected.
ConclusionThe prophetic ministry of Jesus Christ is a vital component of His earthly mission, calling humanity to heed His words and embrace the salvation He offers. The Bible clearly warns of the severe consequences of neglecting His message, urging believers to respond with obedience and faith.
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Deuteronomy 18:19And it shall come to pass, that whoever will not listen to my words which he shall speak in my name, I will require it of him.
Torrey's Topical TextbookActs 3:23
And it shall come to pass, that every soul, which will not hear that prophet, shall be destroyed from among the people.
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Hebrews 2:3
How shall we escape, if we neglect so great salvation; which at the first began to be spoken by the Lord, and was confirmed to us by them that heard him;
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"The Time of Trouble. "
... of affliction and distress described by the prophet as the ... him."(1088) If the blood
of Christ's faithful witnesses ... be as seed sown to yield a harvest for God. ...
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The Time of Trouble
... of affliction and distress described by the prophet as the ... If the blood of Christ's
faithful witnesses were shed at ... be as seed sown to yield a harvest for God. ...
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Letter xiii. Christian Activity.
... not understand Nathan's parable, till the prophet said, "Thou ... can do all things through
Christ strengthening you ... undertaking anything, pray that God would give ...
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The Preacher as a Man of God.
... himself, as he loved to do, "the slave of Jesus Christ.". ... stone and laid it on the
lips of the future prophet. ... mind should not run dry, but that God would give ...
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The Second Commandment
... God had sent him pardon by the prophet Nathan ... To obey God's commandments unwillingly,
is like the devils who ... out of the men possessed, at Christ's command, but ...
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The Feast at Simon's House
... was regarded by One who was more than a prophet. ... Christ might commission the angels
of heaven to pour out ... to destroy those who are filled with hatred of God. ...
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Grace Abounding to the Chief of Sinners Or, a Brief Relation of ...
... let me make an end. NO, said he, you must do it now, or you will displease
God, and despise Christ. Wherefore I was much afflicted ...
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An Exhortation to Theodore after his Fall. Letter I.
... He was rebuking them by the mouth of this prophet He said ... profit, the joy of being
in the company of Christ? ... shall exceed the former." [273] Now if God did not ...
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Letter xxii. To Eustochium.
... went without food herself that she might feed the prophet. ... In the name of Jesus Christ
rise up and walk ... 600] Hear the prayer of Jacob: "If God will be with me ...
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Christ a Complete Saviour:
... As the mad prophet also saith of God, in another case, 'Hath he said, and shall
he not do it? ... A man that will come to God by Christ aright must needs ...
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