Who is Jesus and why does He matter for me today?

Who is Jesus?

God the Father, by His own choice and out of love for sinful men and women, sent Jesus Christ into the world to reconcile sinners to Himself.

Jesus Christ was conceived by the Holy Spirit and born of a virgin. He was God in the flesh, both true God and true man.

Jesus Christ lived a sinless life and voluntarily suffered and died as our substitute to pay the penalty for our sins, thus satisfying God’s justice and accomplishing salvation for all those who trust in Him alone.

He rose from the dead in the same body, though glorified, in which He lived and died. He bodily ascended into heaven and sat down at the right hand of God the Father, where He, the only mediator between God and man, makes intercession for His own.

He will return to earth personally, visibly, and bodily to judge all men and establish His kingdom.

Why does He matter for me today?

For God so loved the world that He gave His one and only son that whoever believes in Him will not perish but have eternal life. —John 3:16

True believing is more than simply an intellectual understanding of certain facts. It involves a realization that:

• I have broken God’s law and as a sinner deserve His judgment.

• There is nothing I can do to remove the guilt and penalty of my sin.

• The death and resurrection of Jesus Christ is the only solution for my sin.

Make a deliberate choice to receive Jesus Christ into your life by putting your faith and trust in Him alone.

Yet to all who received Him, to those who believe in His name, to them He gave the right to become children of God. —John 1:12

Simply pray (talk to God) and express:

• That you are a sinner.

• That the death and resurrection of Jesus is the only solution to your sin.

• That you are placing your trust in Jesus Christ alone.

• Thanksgiving for His forgiveness and the gift of eternal life.

If you have made the decision to receive Jesus Christ into your life just now or recently, we would highly encourage you to talk to a pastor, tell two people you love, and look for ways to connect with other Christians as you grow in your new relationship with Jesus.