Redemptions Receipt

WHO WAS JESUS CHRIST?

 For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.  For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but to save the world through him.

-John 3:16-17

The ancient library of the Bible discloses the relationship between humanity, and its all-powerful Creator, who loves His creation. But after humanity fell into sin, Jesus, the Son of God, was sent to reconcile humanity with God, offering a path to spiritual redemption and eternal life through His sacrificial death on the cross. is seen as a profound act of atonement, symbolizing the forgiveness of sins and the promise of salvation for those who believe in him.

 So Put simply, Jesus was God in the flesh.

To fully understand Jesus, there is a common misunderstanding of the nature God that must be mentally overcome. In much of todays culture, the concept of God is imagined by many as a cold, external, distant, cruel entity. This couldn’t be further from the truth.

Although we have abused our free will and broken our relationship with him

JESUS IS….

A HISTORICAL FIGURE

No claim about Jesus’s life and mission hold any relevance if he never really existed. However, almost all reputable historians agree that there was a man named Jesus, who lived a life roughly resembling that of the biblical account, although there is debate on the accuracy of miracles and resurrections.

Heres a list of the major non-Biblical sources supporting Jesus’s existence.

  • Tacitus, a first-century Roman historian known for accuracy, mentioned “Christians” suffering under Pontius Pilate during Tiberius’s reign. Suetonius, chief secretary to Emperor Hadrian, wrote of a man named Chrestus (or Christ) in the first century (Annals 15.44).
  • Flavius Josephus, a prominent Jewish historian, referenced James, “the brother of Jesus, who was called Christ,” in his Antiquities. A debated verse (18:3) describes Jesus as a wise man, condemned by Pilate, and appearing alive after crucifixion.
  • Julius Africanus quoted Thallus discussing post-crucifixion darkness (Extant Writings, 18). Pliny the Younger recorded early Christian worship practices, emphasizing their worship of Jesus as God, ethical conduct, and participation in the love feast and Lord’s Supper (Letters 10:96).
  • The Babylonian Talmud (Sanhedrin 43a) affirmed Jesus’ crucifixion on the eve of Passover, accusing Him of sorcery and promoting Jewish apostasy.
  • Lucian of Samosata, a second-century Greek writer, acknowledged Christians’ worship of Jesus, adoption of new teachings, and His crucifixion. He outlined Jesus’ teachings on brotherhood, conversion, denial of other gods, and the Christian lifestyle marked by contempt for death and renunciation of material goods.
  • Mara Bar-Serapion corroborated that Jesus was perceived as a wise and virtuous man, regarded as the king of Israel, put to death by the Jews, and continued to influence through His followers’ teachings.
  • Various Gnostic writings, including The Gospel of Truth, The Apocryphon of John, The Gospel of Thomas, and The Treatise on Resurrection, all make mention of Jesus.

A PROPHECY FULFILLED

At its core, the entire Bible is about Jesus. All 2000 years worth of ancient writings in the Bible in one way or another point to him. He is pictured or prophesied about in each of the 66 Bible books, from Genesis to Revelation. He is also seen through types in the lives of different characters in the Bible. A couple examples are as follows…

  • From the beginning in Genesis 3:15, (2000 BC) the promise of someone coming to crush the head of Satan is told.
  • Isaiah 9:6 (700 BC) speaks of a child to be born. The child is foretold to be called “Mighty God, everlasting Father.”
  • Micah 5:2 declares how the Messiah is to be born in Bethlehem.
  • Jesus’ birth fulfils all three of these prophecies, and throughout his ministry fulfills anywhere between 300 to 500 more.

A MIRACLE WORKER

Many ask why we should trust Jesus’s claims of divinity. What sets him apart from the countless other religious heretics who self-proclaimed to be God? Many aspects to his life attest to his divinity Jesus worked countless miracles throughout his lifetime, it is written that when he went into cities to heal, people would crowd him in the tens of thousands to experience his power.…

Healed the Blind

In Mark 10:46-52, Jesus restored sight to the blind. His compassionate touch brought light to darkness, showcasing his healing power and the transformative impact of faith.

Healed Paralytics

In Luke 5:17-26, Jesus healed a paralyzed man. With profound compassion, he not only mended the man’s body but also showcased divine authority, turning disability into mobility.

Fed 10,000

In Matthew 14:13-21, Jesus miraculously fed 10,000 people with five loaves and two fish. A divine provision, highlighting his compassion and limitless power to satisfy.

Makes the Deaf Hear

In Mark 7:32-37, Jesus healed a deaf man. His gentle touch and powerful command restored both hearing and speech, demonstrating his compassionate authority over physical impairments.

Turned Water into Wine

In John 2:1-11, Jesus turned water into wine, his first miracles revealing his divine power. This miracle at the wedding in Cana showcased his compassion and ability to transform the ordinary into extraordinary.

Walked on water

Jesus, defying waves, walked on water—Matthew 14:25-26. His miraculous steps revealed divine authority, showcasing mastery over the seas. A powerful testament to the extraordinary nature of his being.

Healed Leprosy

In Matthew 8:1-4, Jesus healed a leper. With a compassionate touch, he eradicated the disease, illustrating his divine power to cleanse and restore, revealing boundless mercy and healing grace.

Makes the Mute Speak

In Matthew 9:32-33, Jesus healed a mute person, granting the gift of speech. His miraculous touch opened closed mouths, emphasizing divine power and compassion in restoring the silenced.

Healed severed limbs

In Luke 22:50-51, Jesus miraculously restored a severed ear. Displaying compassion even amid betrayal, he healed, showcasing divine power and love even in the face of imminent arrest.

Has Authority Over Nature

Jesus displayed dominion over nature—Mark 4:39. With a mere command, he calmed the stormy seas, revealing his unparalleled power. Nature bowed to his authority, affirming his divine sovereignty.

Healed Deadly Fevers

In Matthew 8:14-15, Jesus healed Peter’s mother-in-law of a fever. With a tender touch, he eradicated illness, revealing his compassion and authority over sickness, bringing instantaneous restoration.

Raised Others from the Dead


There are 3 accounts of jesus rasing others from the dead, the most prominent being In John 11:43-44, Jesus raised Lazarus from the dead. With a powerful command, he established his power over death, displaying divine authority and compassion, turning mourning into joy, revealing his mastery over life itself.

Raised Himself from the Dead

In Matthew 28:6, in an ultimate form of divinitive proof, Jesus rose from the dead, triumphing over the grave. His resurrection, a testament to his claim of being God, offers eternal hope and life, demonstrating unparalleled authority over death.

A depiction from the show “The Chosen” of Jesus healing a man with leprosy.

“Do you claim to be the Messiah, son of God?”

“I AM“

Mark 14:61-62

“In the tapestry of existence, the threads of our choices are woven with the belief we hold about who Jesus was. Choosing our perception of Him, liar, lunatic or Lord, becomes the compass that guides the direction of our lives.”