In Christianity, Jesus is believed to be the Messiah (which means “anointed one”). Christians see him as the fulfilment of promises made by God in the Old Testament. These promises, known as prophecies, described a saviour who would bring people back to God.
Christians believe that Jesus fulfilled these prophecies in several ways:
He was born in Bethlehem, just as the prophet Micah had said.
He was a descendant of King David, which many Jews expected of the Messiah.
He performed miracles, such as healing the sick, calming storms, and feeding large crowds, showing God’s power through him.
His teachings about love, forgiveness, and the Kingdom of God revealed what life with God should look like.
The most important part of Jesus’ role as Messiah was his death and resurrection. Christians believe that when Jesus died on the cross, he took on the sins of humanity, offering forgiveness and reconciliation with God. His resurrection, three days later, showed his victory over sin and death. This confirmed for Christians that Jesus truly was the Messiah and the Son of God.
Christians also believe that Jesus’ mission is not yet fully complete. They believe he will return at the end of time, known as the Second Coming, to bring final peace and justice to the world.
For Christians, believing in Jesus as the Messiah is at the very heart of their faith. It gives them hope, a sense of purpose, and confidence that God is always with them.
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