The Messiah Jesus
A look at Jesus and how he fulfilled Scripture.
Where are you at?
Where do your beliefs lie?
Which path are you on or want to be on?
My journey with Jesus began in my youth when I was most open to His teachings and guidance.
I grew up in a community that believed and followed Jesus.
I became aware of Jesus early and contemplated my walk as a Christian.
Initially, I was passionate as a Christian and vowed to honor and live for Him.
As I transitioned into my twenties, I became rocky with my convictions with Jesus.
With some help from a Christian counselor, I circle back to my commitment to Christ.
As I grew older, I didn't embody the teachings of Jesus.
I tried to, but it was categorized into different spaces in life.
I would hold integrity high, yet I practiced acting out my lust.
And I would drink a lot in my mid-twenties to be socially acceptable.
I never got addicted to alcohol; however, I'd use it as an escape and a social lubricant.
Anyway, today, I want to share my view of Jesus and justify why you potentially believe in Him.
The collection of books known as the Bible points to Jesus from beginning to end.
Some may disagree with the writings of Paul or the validity of the writings in the New Testament.
Which is fine and Jesus is still the best option for reforming your life.
In my experience and through talking to others, love and fulfillment seem to be what people look for at their core.
Jesus provides those two aspects of life and gives us hope.
Below are ten prophecies that Jesus fulfilled, and I believe He is the Messiah.
Based on my research, Jesus fulfilled over 300 prophecies from the Old Testament to the New Testament.
Another reason I advocate Christianity is the gift of the Holy Spirit, which is given to us when we believe.
One of the most profound aspects of Christianity is the gift of the Holy Spirit.
When we accept Christ into our lives, He blesses us with His Spirit, a constant source of comfort and guidance.
Other world religions don't offer that aspect of life.
In Christianity, it's not about you.
It's what has been done for you.
God loves you and wants to restore you.
Finally, the promise of eternal life is a cornerstone of our faith. While we may not know what lies beyond this life, we can take comfort in the hope that Jesus offers us.
We don't know what will happen after we die.
However, Jesus warns that there will be a reckoning for how we live on this Earth.
Check out the parables in the Gospels.
Over and over again, the parables refer to a person's soul being righteous or wicked.
I've written a couple of posts on my SubStack about the parables.
They're essential, and I find it necessary to reflect on them.
Let's look at the ten prophecies below.
Pre-existent and Divine
Micah 5:2 predicts that the Messiah—a "ruler"—shall come forth from Bethlehem, "whose goings forth are from old, from everlasting." In other words, a future ruler would be everlasting, which means he must preexist. Col. 1:17 affirms that Jesus was "before all things."
A Prophet
Deuteronomy 18:18 describes a future prophet whom God would speak through. This prophet was expected to perform miracles like Moses and to lead people to follow God. Jesus was a miracle-working prophet like Moses (Matt. 21:11).
Of the Line of Jesse and the House of David
Jesse was the Father of David, the king of Israel. Jewish commentators expected the Messiah to come from this genealogical line (Is. 11:1-3). The Apostle Paul affirms that Jesus descended from David (Rom. 1:1-3).
A Judge
The prophet Isaiah described a coming judge—the Lord—who would save Israel (Is. 33:22). The Messiah was to exercise judgment personally. As the Apostle Paul explains, Jesus ultimately judges (2 Tim. 4:1).
King
Some leading rabbinic commentators who addressed Psalms 2:6 have claimed that it spoke first of David and then of the Messiah, both of whom God appointed kings. Jesus was accused of being such a king, even though his kingdom differed from what they expected (Matt. 27:37).
Special Presence of the Holy Spirit
The Messiah was expected to have a special anointing of the Holy Spirit (Is. 11:2). In his baptism in the Jordan River, the Spirit of God uniquely descends on Jesus, and the Father affirms he is His "beloved Son."
Preceded by Messenger
According to some leading rabbinic commentators, Isaiah 40:3 describes the Messiah—the "Lord"—who would be preceded by a messenger. The Gospel of Mark begins by citing both Malachi 3:1 and Isaiah 40:3 to indicate that John the Baptist is the messenger preparing the way for the Messiah.
Ministry of Miracles
The prophet Isaiah predicted that when the Messiah comes, the blind shall see, the deaf shall hear, the mute shall speak, and the lame shall walk again (Is. 35:5, 6). And this is precisely what Jesus did (Matt. 9:5).
He was to Enter the Temple
Malachi predicts that the Messiah will come powerfully to the Temple after God sends His messenger. Matthew describes how Jesus entered the Temple, overturned tables, and drove out money changers (Matt 21:12).
He Was to Enter Jerusalem on a Donkey
The prophet Zechariah predicted the Messiah would enter Jerusalem "mounted on a donkey." And according to Luke, this is precisely what Jesus did (Luke 19:35-37).
There are more prophecies, and you can find them here.
Jesus rose from the dead, confirming His Messiahship.
One day we will die.
How will you decide to live your life?