Jesus Christ is the eternal Son of God, the Word who existed with God from the beginning and through whom all things were made (John 1:1–5). He is the promised Messiah whose miracles—healing the sick, giving sight to the blind, raising the dead, and preaching the gospel to the poor—fulfilled God’s promises and confirmed His divine mission (Luke 7:19–23). Jesus is uniquely one with the Father, doing the works of God and revealing God’s nature to humanity (John 10:34–38). He personally declares Himself to be the Messiah, the Savior who brings salvation to all who believe (John 4:25–26). In Jesus, God’s light, life, and love are revealed, making Him the only way to eternal life, calling each person to recognize Him as Lord and Savior.
Jesus Christ is the Son of God, uniquely sent by the Father to reveal God’s glory and bring salvation to the world. Scripture affirms His divine sonship: God declares Him as His Son (Psalm 2:7), and He became flesh to dwell among us, full of grace and truth (John 1:14). John the Baptist testified that Jesus is the chosen One upon whom the Spirit rests (John 1:32–34), and Jesus Himself revealed His authority and heavenly origin, inviting people to see His divine connection with the Father (John 1:51; John 3:13). Through these verses, we understand that Jesus is not merely a messenger or teacher, but the eternal Son of God, holding authority in heaven and on earth, and the one through whom humanity can know God and receive eternal life.
Jesus Christ is fully God, the eternal Son who shares the same nature as the Father. Scripture calls Him the “Mighty God” and “Everlasting Father” (Isaiah 9:6) and emphasizes that He is above all creation, sustaining the universe by His power (Hebrews 1:5–12). From the beginning, He existed with God as the Word, through whom all things were made and in whom was life and light (John 1:1–5). Jesus Himself declared unity with the Father, saying, “I and the Father are one,” affirming His divine identity (John 10:30–33). In Christ, God became flesh, revealing His glory, authority, and eternal nature to humanity.
Jesus Christ saves humanity by taking away sin and offering eternal life to all who believe. He is called the “Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world” (John 1:29) and came so that everyone who believes in Him would not perish but have everlasting life (John 3:16–17). Those who trust in Him are justified, declared righteous before God, and delivered from judgment (John 3:18). Peter proclaims that salvation is found only in Jesus, calling people to repent and be baptized for the forgiveness of sins, with the promise of the Holy Spirit for all who believe (Acts 2:20–21, 38–39; Acts 4:8–12). Through faith in Jesus, God rescues sinners, reconciles them to Himself, and grants eternal life.
Jesus Christ gives eternal life to all who believe in Him. Through faith in Him, people are born of God and receive a new, spiritual life (John 1:12–13). He is the source of living water that satisfies our deepest needs forever (John 4:13–14) and the bread of life who sustains and nourishes spiritually (John 6:33, 51). Jesus gives life not only physically but spiritually, raising the spiritually dead and granting eternal security to His followers (John 5:21, 24; John 10:27–28). Belief in Him brings salvation and eternal fellowship with God (John 3:14–15, 36; John 6:40; John 8:51; John 11:25–26; John 14:6; John 17:3; John 20:31), offering abundant life now and forever (John 10:10). Through Jesus, life—true, everlasting, and full—is made possible for everyone who trusts in Him.
The Kingdom of God is the eternal reign of Jesus Christ, established by God’s power and authority. Scripture reveals that it is an unshakable kingdom that will ultimately triumph over all earthly kingdoms (Daniel 2:44–45) and be given to the saints, where Christ rules with glory, dominion, and justice forever (Daniel 7:14, 27; Isaiah 9:6–7). Though it may not always be visible, the Kingdom is present wherever God’s will is done and lives are surrendered to Him (Luke 17:20–21). Entry into this Kingdom requires spiritual rebirth through Christ (John 3:3), and it offers eternal fellowship with God, participation in His authority, and ultimate victory over sin and evil (Luke 13:28–29; Luke 22:28–30; Revelation 11:15).
To believe in Jesus Christ means to personally trust Him as the Son of God and the Savior who gives eternal life. Scripture teaches that those who receive Him and believe in His name become children of God, born not by human effort but by God’s will (John 1:12–13). Faith in Jesus is shown through trusting in His words and works, as believing is the key to doing what pleases God (John 6:28–29) and receiving His power to overcome death, as seen in His promise to raise the faithful (John 11:40). Believing in Jesus also involves sharing the gospel with others and experiencing His authority to heal, protect, and bring salvation, as He commissioned His followers to go into all the world (Mark 16:15–18).
To abide in Jesus Christ means to remain constantly connected to Him through faith, obedience, and love, allowing His life and Spirit to flow through us. Scripture shows that in Christ, God establishes a righteous reign and salvation for His people (Jeremiah 23:5–6), and Jesus compares Himself to the true vine, urging believers to remain in Him so that they bear lasting fruit and experience His joy (John 15:1–11). Abiding in Him also means living in His truth, following His commandments, and confessing Him as Lord, which brings freedom, intimate fellowship with God, and the grace to reflect His character (John 8:31–32; 1 John 4:15; 1 Corinthians 1:30).
Jesus Christ calls all believers to love God and others as the foundation of life and faith. He teaches that the greatest commandment is to love God with all our heart, soul, and mind, and to love our neighbors as ourselves (Matthew 22:36–40). This love is active and sacrificial, shown in caring for those in need, even strangers or enemies (Luke 10:29–37). Jesus commands His followers to love one another as He has loved them, making love the identifying mark of His disciples (John 13:34–35; John 15:17; John 14:21). Abiding in His love transforms our hearts and actions, reflecting God’s presence in the world through compassion, service, and obedience.
Jesus Christ calls His followers to a life of humble service, modeling His own example of giving Himself for others. He came not to be served but to serve and to give His life as a ransom for many (Mark 10:45), and He sends His disciples into the world with authority and purpose, empowering them by the Holy Spirit to carry His message and heal the sick (John 20:21–22; Luke 9:1–3, 6; Luke 10:1–3, 17–20). Serving Christ often requires denying oneself, taking up the cross, and valuing eternal priorities over worldly gain (Luke 9:25–26; Luke 12:8–9). In responding to this call, believers participate in God’s mission, extend His kingdom, and demonstrate Christ’s love and power to others through obedience, courage, and faithful witness.
Being rich for Jesus means using our resources not for selfish gain, but to advance God’s kingdom and bless others. Jesus warns against storing earthly wealth for ourselves, which is temporary and can distract us from eternal purposes (Luke 12:16–21; Matthew 6:19–21). Instead, He encourages believers to store up treasures in heaven by giving generously, trusting God to provide, and investing in things of lasting value (Luke 12:32–34). True Christian charity reflects a heart surrendered to Christ, turning possessions into instruments of love, service, and eternal reward, making us spiritually rich in ways that last forever.
Jesus promised His followers the Holy Spirit, the Helper who would guide, teach, and empower them to live according to God’s will. He explained that the Spirit would dwell with believers, remind them of His teachings, and lead them into all truth (John 14:15–17, 25–26; John 16:12–15). Jesus also said the Spirit would testify about Him and equip His disciples to carry His message to the world (John 15:26; John 16:7). After His resurrection, Jesus commanded His followers to wait for this promise, and at Pentecost, the Holy Spirit came in power, filling them with boldness, spiritual gifts, and the ability to proclaim God’s word (Acts 1:4–8; Acts 2:1–4, 16–18). Through the Holy Spirit, believers experience God’s presence, guidance, and strength for living, serving, and witnessing for Christ.
The Rapture, or the “snatching away,” is the moment when Jesus Christ will return to gather all believers to Himself. Scripture teaches that this will happen suddenly, in a moment, when the dead in Christ are raised imperishable, and those who are alive are transformed and caught up together with them to meet the Lord in the air (1 Corinthians 15:51–54; 1 Thessalonians 4:16–18). This event brings comfort and hope to believers, assuring them of victory over death, eternal life, and reunion with Christ and fellow believers, as they are forever secured in His presence.
The Second Coming of Jesus Christ is the promised return of the Savior to judge the world, establish His eternal kingdom, and bring final redemption for His people. Scripture teaches that His return will be visible and unmistakable, like lightning across the sky (Matthew 24:27), accompanied by cosmic signs and the gathering of believers from every nation (Matthew 24:29–31). While the exact time is unknown and known only to God (Matthew 24:36–39), Jesus assures His followers of a future hope, preparing a place for them and calling them to remain faithful (John 14:2–4; Luke 17:22–30). The apostles witnessed His ascension and were promised His return in glory (Acts 1:9–11), and the Bible affirms that Christ will appear a second time to bring salvation to those who eagerly await Him (Hebrews 9:28), rewarding the faithful and calling all to respond to His invitation (Revelation 22:12–17).
Jesus Christ calls His followers to be spiritually alert and ready for His return, living with awareness that the day and hour are unknown. He teaches that we must remain faithful, vigilant, and obedient, like servants waiting for their master, because sudden judgment or the coming of the Kingdom can happen at any time (Matthew 25:13; Luke 12:39–40). Scripture warns that those who are unprepared will face consequences, while those who persevere in faith and righteousness will share in the blessings of eternal life (Revelation 16:15; Revelation 19:9; Revelation 21:6–8). Being ready means living each day in love, holiness, and service, keeping our hearts and lives aligned with God’s will, so we may confidently meet Christ when He returns.
The Bible teaches that God’s judgment is certain and righteous, and all people will one day stand before Him to give account for their lives (2 Corinthians 5:10). Scripture warns that those who reject God and persist in evil will face ultimate consequences, including eternal separation from Him (Revelation 13:9–10; Revelation 20:7–10). The final judgment is depicted as a great tribunal where the dead are raised, and everyone is judged according to their deeds, with the unrepentant cast into the lake of fire, while those in Christ receive eternal life (Revelation 20:11–15). God’s coming judgment emphasizes His justice, holiness, and the urgency of repentance, calling all to turn to Jesus Christ for salvation before it is too late.
