Golden Question: Who Is JESUS to You?

There is a question that every one of us must answer at some point in our lives: “Who do you say Jesus is?” This is a question posed by the Lord to His twelve disciples. He is not necessarily looking for an intellectual or theologically sound answer but a personal one that speaks to our relationship and intimacy with Him. The question He is asking is, “What does the Son of Man mean to you? Who is He really to you?”

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Some say He is John the Baptist, others say Elijah, and some even say, Jeremiah. Some recognize Him as the Messiah, the King of the Jews, the Savior of the world, and even God, the King of kings and the Lord of lords. But let’s talk about you. Who do you say He is? Who is Jesus to you?

Let’s ask differently, similar to how Pilate asked it. What will you do with this man? Will you let Him reign over you? What inscription would you put on His cross if you were on Calvary’s Hill? Who is Jesus to you today? Is He the Christ, the Savior of the world, or just a historical figure? Will you join the mockers who sneer at Him, or will you fall at His feet and crown Him King of kings and Lord of lords?

The entire Scripture has been given to help us see Jesus and know Him. He is portrayed as the seed of the woman, the Passover lamb, the Manna, the Bread of Heaven, and the Rock that was smitten to bring forth water, among several other descriptions.

Jesus is the Word of God

Jesus is the Word who was with God in the beginning and made all things. He is the Son of God and the Son of Man. He is Emmanuel, God with us, who became flesh and dwelt among us. (John 1). He is Wonderful, the great Counselor, our divine Rabbi, and Master. He is the mighty God, our everlasting Father, and the Prince of Peace (Isaiah 9:6).

Jesus is our Rock, Fortress, and Deliverer

To many of us, Jesus is the Rock, our hiding place. He is our Fortress and Buckler, our Refuge and Strength, our very present help in trouble. He is our Deliverer, the Horn of our Salvation, and our High and Mighty Tower. Jesus is our Compassionate High Priest, our Advocate and Defender, the Friend who sticks closer than a brother.

Jesus is God our Provider, Jehovah-Jirah

Like Abraham, I know Him as the I AM, the Self-Existing, Self-Sufficient One. He is my Jehovah-Elyon, the Most High God; my Jehovah-Jirah, the Lord, my Provider; my Jehovah Rapha, the Lord my Healer. He is the Balm of Gilead, the Great Physician, the Sun of Righteousness with healing in His wings. Jesus is all these and much more (Genesis 14:19,20; Genesis 21:33-22:1).

Jesus is the Rock and Living Water

Jesus is the Living Water, the water out of the rock in the wilderness, and He is the Rock Himself. He alone gives the water of life, and whoever drinks of it will never thirst again, for it becomes a well in them, and out of their bellies flow rivers of living water. He is the Living Word, the Bread of Life, the Manna in the wilderness that sustained millions for forty years. Jesus is the Living Water, quenching our spiritual thirst and refreshing us with His grace, love, and presence.

Jesus is the Lord of Hosts

He is Jehovah-Tsebaoth, the Lord of Hosts, our Lord the Conqueror; Jehovah-Nissi, the Lord our Banner; Jehovah-Tsidqenu, the Lord our Righteousness. He is our Peace, for He is Jehovah-Shalom, the Lord of Peace, and Jehovah-Shamah, the Lord is there. The Lord Jesus is always there for us, our ever-present help in trouble. He has promised never to leave nor forsake us. For He is the Fourth Man in the fire whose form is like the Son of God (Isaiah 31:5, Jeremiah 23:6, Judges 6:24

Jesus is the Redeemer

He is the Redeemer, the One who paid the price for our sins with His own blood on the cross. He is the Victor over sin, death, and the grave, who conquered the powers of darkness and rose victorious on the third day. Jesus is the Resurrection and the Life, and whoever believes in Him, though he may die, yet shall he live (John 11:25). He is the Way, the Truth, and the Life, and no one comes to the Father except through Him (John 14:6).

Jesus as Good Shepherd and Faithful High Priest

He is the Good Shepherd who lays down His life for His sheep, leads us beside still waters, and restores our souls. He is the Door of the sheepfold, through whom we enter eternal life. Jesus is the Vine; we are the branches, abiding in Him and bearing much fruit. He is the Light of the world, shining in the darkness, and the darkness cannot overcome Him. He is the Bridegroom, and we are His beloved bride, awaiting His return.

As the good Shepherd, He guides, protects, and provides for His flock, leading us beside still waters and restoring our souls. The Bridegroom passionately loves and pursues His people, calling us into a deep, intimate relationship with Him. He is the Faithful High Priest, who understands our weaknesses, intercedes for us, and extends mercy and grace in our time of need.

Jesus is the King of kings.

He is the King of kings and the Lord of lords, reigning in majesty and glory, with a name above every name. He is the Judge of all the earth, who will come again in power and glory to judge the living and the dead. The Lord Jesus is the Everlasting Father, the Prince of Peace, who brings reconciliation and peace to a broken world. He is the Wonderful Counselor who guides us with His wisdom and leads us in paths of righteousness.

Jesus is Immanuel, God With Us

He is our Immanuel, our God with us, who walks with us in every season of life, comforts us in our sorrows, rejoices with us in our victories, and never leaves us nor forsakes us. He is our Savior, rescues us from sin and gives us new life, restores us, and makes us whole. Jesus is our Friend, who loves us unconditionally, listens to our prayers, and walks with us every step of the way.

So, who do you say Jesus is?

Is He just a historical figure, a good teacher, or a prophet? Or is He your Lord and Savior, King and Redeemer, Shepherd and Friend? How do you see Him? What does He mean to you? He is the Son of God, the Lamb of God, the Victor over sin and death, the King of kings, and the Lord of lords. He is Jesus Christ, the One who loves you unconditionally and gave His life for you. God gave Him to us as the answer to the deepest longings of our hearts, the source of true joy and fulfillment, and the hope of eternal life.

May your answer to this question reflect a good relationship with Him, for He is the One who truly matters.

The Sovereign Lord

He is the Sovereign Lord, who holds all authority and power in heaven and on earth, ruling over all creation with wisdom and righteousness. He is the embodiment of perfect love, showing us the way of sacrificial love and calling us to love one another as He has loved us. Jesus is the source of true joy, peace, and hope; in Him, we find meaning and purpose in our lives.

Jesus is all of these and so much more. He is the multi-faceted, all-sufficient, and all-satisfying Savior who invites us to know Him personally, follow Him wholeheartedly, and experience His abundant life. He is the anchor of our faith, the foundation of our hope, and the source of our eternal security. Jesus, our Immanuel, is the ultimate revelation of God’s love and grace, and we find our true identity and purpose in Him. May we continually seek to know Him more deeply, love Him more passionately, and follow Him more faithfully in our faith journey.

Jesus is the Resurrected King, Lord Over Principalities and Power

He conquered sin, death, and the grave through His death and resurrection. He is the Living Hope who offers us eternal life and a secure future in Him. The Son of man, Jesus, is the Victor who has overcome the powers of darkness and leads us in triumph over every obstacle and challenge.

Jesus is the Great Physician

He is the Great Physician who heals our brokenness and restores our bodies, minds, and souls. He is the Miracle Worker, who performs signs and wonders that testify to His divine power and authority. Jesus is the Teacher who imparts divine wisdom and knowledge, revealing the mysteries of God’s kingdom to those who seek Him with a humble heart. He exemplifies perfect love, humility, and selflessness, showing us how to live a life of compassion, grace, and forgiveness.

Jesus is seen as the “Lovely One, the Lily of the Valley, the Rose of Sharon, the Bright and Morning Star.”

Jesus is the fairest of the thousands. He is the “Lovely One, the Lily of the Valley, the Rose of Sharon, the Bright and Morning Star” (Rev 22:16, Songs 2:1). Despite Isaiah’s description of Jesus as disfigured beyond recognition on the cross. He is portrayed in the Scriptures and our experience as beautiful and glorious.

Jesus is Humanity’s Mediator and Advocate

He is the Advocate who intercedes for us before the Father, pleading our case and extending His mercy and grace on our behalf. He is the Comforter who comes alongside us in our times of need, providing solace and strength and giving us peace that surpasses all understanding. Jesus is the Friend of sinners, who welcomes us with open arms, no matter our past mistakes or failures, offers us forgiveness and redemption.

Jesus is the Way, the Truth, and the Life

He is the Way, the Truth, and the Life, the only path to God and the source of all wisdom, knowledge, and understanding. He is the Light of the World, dispelling darkness and illuminating our hearts and minds. The Son of God, Jesus, is the Bread of Life, who satisfies our spiritual hunger and nourishes our souls with His presence and truth.

Jesus is the Just Judge

He is the Just Judge, who will one day come again to judge the living and the dead and to establish His kingdom of righteousness and justice. He is the Prince of Peace, who brings reconciliation between God and humanity, and among people of all nations and cultures. Jesus is the King of kings and Lord of lords, before whom every knee will bow and every tongue confesses that He is the Son of God and the world’s Savior.

Jesus is the Friend who sticks closer than a brother.

Proverbs 18:24 states: “A man who has friends must himself be friendly, But there is a friend who sticks closer than a brother.” The verse suggests that having many companions or acquaintances may not always be beneficial, as they may not be dependable in times of need. However, there is a special kind of friend who is closer than a brother. These kinds of friends are incredibly loyal, supportive, and trustworthy. These friends are always there for you, providing unwavering support, care, and companionship, even when passing through challenging times.

Jesus is indeed the Friend who sticks closer than a brother. He is always faithful and ever-present in our lives, comforting in times of sorrow and rejoicing with us in times of celebration. He is the Intercessor who continually prays for advocates and us on our behalf before the Father, ensuring we are never alone or forgotten.

Jesus is the Compassionate One

He is compassionate and shows mercy and grace for the lost, the broken, and the marginalized, offering forgiveness, restoration, and hope to those who come to Him in repentance and faith. Master Jesus is the Lover of our souls, who pursues us relentlessly with His unconditional and sacrificial love, never giving up on us despite our failures and shortcomings. Jesus of Nazareth is the Model of humility and servanthood, who washed His disciples’ feet and demonstrated that true greatness comes from serving others with love and selflessness. He is the Perfect Sacrifice, who offered Himself on the cross as the atoning sacrifice for our sins, taking upon Himself the punishment we deserved and reconciling us to God through His blood.

Jesus is our Eternal High Priest

He is the Eternal High Priest, who intercedes for us at the right hand of the Father, mediating between God and humanity and making way for us to approach God with confidence and boldness. He is the Source of our strength, wisdom, and empowerment, providing us with everything we need to live a godly and fruitful life.

Jesus is the Light of the World

He is the world’s Light, dispelling darkness and bringing illumination to our lives, showing us the way to God and revealing the truth that sets us free. He is the Bread of Life, satisfying our deepest hunger and nourishing our souls with His life-giving presence.

Jesus is the Desire of all nations.

He is the Eternal Word, through whom all things were created and in whom all things hold together. Jesus, the Son of God, is the Alpha and the Omega, the beginning and the end, the One who was, who is, and who is to come. He embodies God’s love, grace, and truth, revealing to us the nature of God and the way of salvation. The Lord Jesus is the perfect expression of God’s glory, and we see the fullness of God’s character and attributes in Him.

Jesus is the KING of Kings and LORD of Lords

He is the King of kings and lord of kings, ruling over all creation with absolute authority and sovereignty. He is the promised Messiah, fulfilling the prophecies of the Old Testament and establishing His kingdom on earth, bringing justice, righteousness, and peace to all who submit to His lordship.

Jesus is the Victor over Sin, Death, and the Power of Darkness

He is the Victor over sin, death, and the powers of darkness, conquering all evil and securing eternal victory for those who believe in Him. He is the Resurrected One, who defeated death and rose from the grave, demonstrating His power over life and death and offering the hope of resurrection to all who trust Him.

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Jesus is Alpha and Omega

He is the Alpha and Omega, the Beginning and the End, the First and the Last, who has existed for all eternity and will reign forever as the King of kings and Lord of lords. He is the One who is, who was, and who is to come, the unchanging and eternal God who holds the universe in His hands and governs all creation with perfect wisdom and love.

Jesus is the eternal, unchanging, and all-sufficient Son of God, worthy of our worship, devotion, and allegiance. He is the center of our faith, the foundation of our salvation, and the hope of our future. He is the perfect revelation of God’s love, grace, and truth; we find ultimate meaning, purpose, and fulfillment in Him. May our hearts be continually drawn to Him, and may we strive to know Him more deeply and follow Him more closely with all our heart, soul, mind, and strength.

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