Sunday, December 6, 2015

Who is This Jewish Kid From Nazareth?

___Jesus was born in Bethlehem, but grew up in Nazareth. His stepfather was a carpenter and his mother was a homemaker. Both were direct descendants of King David. Jesus lived for 30 years working with his father and family before he started his ministry. His Earthly ministry lasted only three years before he was killed.

___When he was alive, Jesus did miraculous signs to prove that he is God. He did not use his power to prevent his abuse and death. Instead he took all of the sin of the world - past, present and future – upon himself in order that sinful men and women could have fellowship with a Holy God. He was raised from the dead; spent 40 days appearing to and preparing his followers; and vanished to Heaven. His Holy Spirit saves, teaches, sanctifies and strengthens men and women who trust in Jesus as Savior.

___The Jews were looking for a conquering king. They will see Jesus as King, but it will be too late for those who have rejected him. Jesus will reign on the throne of David in Jerusalem for 1,000 years while Satan is bound, and then Satan, his followers and those who have rejected Jesus will be thrown into the lake of fire forever.