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The life of Jesus Christ, central to Christian theology, is a profound narrative that unfolds primarily in the New Testament. His life, teachings, death, and resurrection form the cornerstone of Christian faith, offering a model for living and a pathway to salvation.

Birth and Early Life

The birth of Jesus is a fulfillment of Old Testament prophecy, heralded by the angel Gabriel to the Virgin Mary in Nazareth (Luke 1:26-38). Jesus was born in Bethlehem, as prophesied in Micah 5:2, during the reign of King Herod (Matthew 2:1). His birth is celebrated as a miraculous event, marked by the visitation of shepherds and Magi, and the angelic proclamation, "Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace to men on whom His favor rests!" (Luke 2:14).

Jesus' early life is briefly chronicled, including the family's flight to Egypt to escape Herod's massacre (Matthew 2:13-15) and their return to Nazareth. At the age of twelve, Jesus is found in the temple, astonishing the teachers with His understanding (Luke 2:41-52).

Ministry

Jesus' public ministry begins around the age of thirty, following His baptism by John the Baptist in the Jordan River, where the Spirit of God descends like a dove, and a voice from heaven declares, "This is My beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased" (Matthew 3:17). He then endures forty days of temptation in the wilderness (Matthew 4:1-11).

His ministry, lasting approximately three years, is characterized by teaching, miracles, and the proclamation of the Kingdom of God. Jesus calls twelve disciples to follow Him, symbolizing the restoration of Israel (Matthew 10:1-4). His teachings, such as the Sermon on the Mount (Matthew 5-7), emphasize love, forgiveness, and righteousness.

Miracles performed by Jesus, including healing the sick, raising the dead, and feeding the multitudes, demonstrate His divine authority and compassion (Matthew 14:13-21; John 11:1-44). He often teaches in parables, revealing truths about the Kingdom of Heaven (Matthew 13:1-52).

Passion and Crucifixion

The final week of Jesus' life, known as the Passion, begins with His triumphal entry into Jerusalem (Matthew 21:1-11). He cleanses the temple, challenging the religious authorities (Matthew 21:12-13). During the Last Supper, Jesus institutes the Lord's Supper, symbolizing the new covenant in His blood (Luke 22:19-20).

Betrayed by Judas Iscariot, Jesus is arrested and subjected to a series of trials before the Sanhedrin, Pilate, and Herod (Matthew 26:47-27:26). Despite His innocence, He is condemned to death by crucifixion, a sacrifice for the sins of humanity (Isaiah 53:5).

On the cross, Jesus utters profound words, including, "Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing" (Luke 23:34). His death is accompanied by supernatural events, such as darkness and the tearing of the temple veil (Matthew 27:45-51).

Resurrection and Ascension

On the third day, Jesus rises from the dead, appearing first to Mary Magdalene and then to His disciples, affirming His victory over sin and death (Matthew 28:1-10; John 20:19-29). His resurrection is the cornerstone of Christian hope, as Paul writes, "And if Christ has not been raised, your faith is futile; you are still in your sins" (1 Corinthians 15:17).

After forty days, Jesus ascends into heaven, promising the Holy Spirit to empower His followers (Acts 1:8-9). His ascension marks the beginning of the Church's mission to spread the Gospel to all nations, as commanded in the Great Commission (Matthew 28:18-20).

The life of Christ, as recorded in the Gospels, is a testament to His divine nature, His role as the Savior, and His example of perfect obedience to the Father. His teachings and actions continue to inspire and guide believers in their faith journey.

Topical Bible Verses

Luke 2:52
And Jesus increased in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and man.
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Greek

4716. stauros -- an upright stake, hence a cross (the Rom. ...
... Rather it refers to (difficult times), by the Lord's power, as He directs the
circumstances of life. As Christ's disciples, believers are to hold true -- even ...
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5457. phos -- light
... 5457 (a neuter noun) -- properly, (especially in terms of its results, what it
manifests); in the NT, the ; divine to reveal and impart life, through Christ. ...
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2320. theotes -- deity
... belonging to " (, 906). 2320 () focuses on Christ through His incarnation and
shown throughout His perfect life of faith (cf. Heb 12:2). ...
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386. anastasis -- a standing up, ie a resurrection, a raising up ...
... [386 ("resurrection") refers to the , resurrection of Christ -- and people (both
of the redeemed and the unredeemed).]. ... raised to life again, resurrection. ...
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1510. eimi -- I exist, I am
... See Jn 7:34, 8:58, etc. : Jn 14:6: " (1510 ) the way, the truth and the life." Here
1510 () naturally accords with the fact Christ is -- maning "I (, )." The ...
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2590. karpos -- fruit
... everything done in , ie a believer (a branch) lives in union with Christ (the Vine).
By definition, fruit (2590 ) results from life-streams -- the Lord living ...
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4102. pistis -- faith, faithfulness
... nor can we "drum it up at will." Rather, faith comes as Christ speaks His -word ... The
Lord offers to inbirth faith in each scene of life – so that each matters ...
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3640. oligopistos -- little faith
... to receive (obey) the Lord's gift of faith in each scene of life (Ro 14 ... From oligos
and pistis; incredulous, ie Lacking confidence (in Christ) -- of little faith ...
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4151. pneuma -- wind, spirit
... vital principle, mental disposition, etc., or (superhuman) an angel, demon, or
(divine) God, Christ's spirit, the Holy Spirit -- ghost, life, spirit(-ual ...
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5428. phronesis -- understanding, practical wisdom
... of faith ("divine ," 4102 ), ie Christ-enlightened perspective which has the sight
to make intelligent (shrewd) life-applications in the will of God. ...
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Library

How to Live the Christ-Life.
... HOW TO LIVE THE CHRIST-LIFE. ... It is truly wonderful and as glorious as it is
wonderful that man can live the life of Christ in this world. ...
/.../orr/how to live a holy life/how to live the christ-life.htm

Life in Christ
... Life In Christ. A Sermon ... It is to be remarked concerning our life in Christ, that
it is the removal of the penalty which fell upon our race for Adam's sin. ...
/.../spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 17 1871/life in christ.htm

Christ the Bread of Life.
... Be it remembered that this bread of life is Christ. ... The means in the figure before
us is the bread of life, and the bread of life is Christ. ...
/.../ii christ the bread of life.htm

"And the Life. " How Christ is the Life.
... CHAPTER XIX. "AND THE LIFE." HOW CHRIST IS THE LIFE. ... Proverbs 8:35. 8. Yea, all
that is in Christ contributeth to this life and quickening. ...
/.../brown/christ the way the truth and the life/chapter xix and the life.htm

The Life of Christ.
... CHAPTER II. THE LIFE OF CHRIST. ... There is no fact connected with the life
of Christ better attested than that of His resurrection. ...
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Chronological Table of the Life of Christ [From Andrews. ]
... Chronological Table of the Life of Christ [from Andrews.]. Annunciation to
Zacharias. October,. 6. bc. Annunciation to Mary. April,. 5. ". ...
/.../the new testament commentary vol iii john/chronological table of the life.htm

I have a Life with Christ to Live,
... The Treasury of Sacred Song. Book First CCCXLIX I have a life with CHRIST to live,. ...
I have, a life in CHRIST to live,. I have a death in CHRIST to die;". ...
/.../palgrave/the treasury of sacred song/cccxlix i have a life.htm

Chronology of the Life of Christ
... CHAPTER 10 CHRONOLOGY OF THE LIFE OF CHRIST. LUKE 3:23 tells that Jesus appeared
before the world as the teacher, when he was about thirty years of age. ...
/.../ramsay/was christ born in bethlehem/chapter 10 chronology of the.htm

Chronology of the Life of Christ.
... CHAPTER II. JESUS CHRIST. Section 16. Chronology of the Life of Christ. See the
Lit. in Sec. ... We briefly consider the chronological dates of the life of Christ. ...
/.../history of the christian church volume i/section 16 chronology of the.htm

Death by Adam, Life by Christ
... Sermon XLI. Death By Adam, Life By Christ. Death By Adam, Life By Christ
I Corinthians 15:21, 22. For since by man came death, by ...
//christianbookshelf.org/newton/messiah vol 2/sermon xli death by adam.htm