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Who Is This Jesus?

      


Primary Text: Luke 1:35

 

Introduction

Throughout the centuries, people have asked the same question: Who is this Jesus? The Bible provides the answer through the many names and titles given to Him—each revealing His divine nature, His mission, and His relationship to mankind. By studying these names, we gain a deeper understanding of our Savior and the eternal hope He brings.

 

The Son of God

The angel Gabriel announced to Mary that her child would be “called the Son of God” (Luke 1:35). Jesus is not merely a man but fully divine, possessing all the fullness of the Father (Colossians 1:19). John affirmed that “the Word became flesh and dwelt among us” (John 1:14). Jesus is the “only begotten Son” (John 3:16), unique in His divine nature and purpose. The Hebrew writer declares Him to be our “great High Priest” who has passed through the heavens (Hebrews 4:14). No angel was ever called the Son in this way (Hebrews 1:5). Jesus, the Son of God, reveals the Father to all mankind.

 

The Messiah

Andrew told his brother Simon, “We have found the Messiah” (John 1:41). The word Messiah means Anointed One. Psalm 2:2 foretold that the nations would stand against the Lord and His Anointed. This prophecy was fulfilled when Jesus came to earth as the Christ (Matthew 1:16). When the Samaritan woman said, “I know that Messiah is coming,” Jesus responded, “I who speak to you am He” (John 4:25–26). Appointed by God for a divine purpose, Jesus came to bring salvation to all who would believe and obey.

 

Immanuel

Matthew records that Jesus would be called “Immanuel,” meaning “God with us” (Matthew 1:23). This fulfilled Isaiah’s prophecy: “Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a Son, and shall call His name Immanuel” (Isaiah 7:14). God came to dwell among His creation. Jesus experienced human life and temptation (Hebrews 4:15) and learned obedience through suffering (Hebrews 5:8–9). Even now, He remains with His people through His presence and His Word: “Lo, I am with you always, even to the end of the age” (Matthew 28:20). The name Immanuel reminds us that God is not distant—He is near to all who call upon Him.

 

King of Kings and Lord of Lords

John saw Jesus revealed in glory as “King of kings and Lord of lords” (Revelation 19:16). He reigns supreme over every power and authority (Revelation 17:14). Paul described Him as “the blessed and only Potentate” (1 Timothy 6:15). Long before His birth, Micah foretold that a ruler would come from Bethlehem whose origins were “from everlasting” (Micah 5:2). Jesus reigns as Lord over all (Acts 10:36; Romans 10:12), ruling both the living and the dead through His resurrection (Romans 14:9). His kingdom is eternal, and every knee will bow before Him.

 

The Good Shepherd

Jesus described Himself as “the good shepherd” who gives His life for the sheep (John 10:11). Ezekiel prophesied that God would “establish one shepherd over them… My servant David” (Ezekiel 34:23), fulfilled perfectly in Christ. The Hebrew writer calls Him “that great Shepherd of the sheep” (Hebrews 13:20). Peter adds that He is “the Shepherd and Overseer of your souls” (1 Peter 2:25). As the Chief Shepherd, He promises a crown of glory to the faithful (1 Peter 5:4). Jesus tenderly leads, protects, and sustains His flock.

 

The Lamb of God

When John the Baptist saw Jesus approaching, he said, “Behold! The Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world!” (John 1:29). Jesus is the Lamb who was slain, yet lives forever (Revelation 5:6, 9, 12). His sacrifice purchased redemption for all who obey Him. Peter wrote that we are redeemed “with the precious blood of Christ, as of a lamb without blemish and without spot” (1 Peter 1:18–19). The blood of the Lamb paid the debt of sin and reconciled man to God. In heaven, the song of the redeemed forever declares, “Worthy is the Lamb!”

 

Conclusion

The Bible reveals many names for Jesus—Son of God, Messiah, Immanuel, King of Kings, Good Shepherd, Lamb of God. Each name shows a facet of His power, mercy, and love. Yet the most personal name we can give Him is Savior. When we believe His Word, obey His commands, and follow His voice, we come to know Him as both Lord and Redeemer. Every heart should ask, “Who is this Jesus?”—and every faithful soul should answer, “He is my Savior.”

 

 

Who Is This Jesus? Sermon Outline

I. The Son of God

  • Announced by Gabriel (Luke 1:35)

  • Affirmed in Scripture (John 1:14, Hebrews 4:14)

  • The “only begotten” Son (John 3:16)

  • Fully divine (Colossians 1:19)

 

II. The Messiah

  • Prophesied in Psalm 2:1–2

  • Identified by Andrew (John 1:41)

  • Confirmed by Jesus (John 4:25–26)

  • Appointed by God to redeem mankind

 

III. Immanuel – God With Us

  • Foretold by Isaiah (Isaiah 7:14)

  • Fulfilled in Jesus’ birth (Matthew 1:23)

  • Lived among us and sympathized with our weaknesses (Hebrews 4:15)

  • Remains with His followers (Matthew 28:20)

 

IV. King of Kings and Lord of Lords

  • Declared in Revelation (Revelation 19:16)

  • Reigns as ruler of all (1 Timothy 6:15)

  • Foretold by Micah (Micah 5:2)

  • Lord over Jew and Gentile alike (Romans 10:12)

  • Lord of both the living and the dead (Romans 14:9)

 

V. The Good Shepherd

  • Gave His life for the sheep (John 10:11)

  • Fulfilled Ezekiel’s prophecy (Ezekiel 34:23)

  • Guides and guards His flock (Hebrews 13:20; 1 Peter 2:25)

  • Rewards the faithful (1 Peter 5:4)

 

VI. The Lamb of God

  • Takes away sin (John 1:29)

  • Redeems the world (1 Peter 1:18–19)

  • Worthy of all praise (Revelation 5:12)

  • His blood secures eternal salvation

 

Call to Action

Do you know who Jesus truly is? He is not only the Son of God but the Savior of your soul. Come to Him in faith, confess His name, repent of your sins, and be baptized for the forgiveness of sins. Follow the Good Shepherd daily, and He will lead you to eternal life. Make Him your King, your Shepherd, your Lamb, and your Lord today.

 

Key Takeaways

  • Jesus is the Son of God, fully divine and eternal (Luke 1:35; John 3:16).

  • He is the Messiah, the Anointed One, fulfilling prophecy (John 4:25–26).

  • He is Immanuel—God dwelling among His people (Matthew 1:23).

  • He reigns as King of Kings and Lord of Lords (Revelation 19:16).

  • He is the Good Shepherd and the Lamb of God (John 10:11; John 1:29).

  • Knowing who Jesus is compels us to call Him Savior and Lord.

 

Scripture Reference List

Luke 1:35 – Jesus announced as the Son of God.
Hebrews 4:14 – Jesus, our great High Priest.
John 1:14, 18 – The Word made flesh, the only begotten Son.
John 3:16 – God’s love shown through His Son.
Psalm 2:1–2 – Prophecy of the Lord’s Anointed.
John 4:25–26 – Jesus identifies Himself as the Messiah.
Matthew 1:23; Isaiah 7:14 – Jesus, Immanuel, God with us.
Hebrews 4:15; 5:8–9 – Jesus’ humanity and obedience.
Matthew 28:20 – Jesus’ abiding presence.
Revelation 19:16 – King of Kings and Lord of Lords.
Micah 5:2 – The ruler from Bethlehem.
Acts 10:36; Romans 10:12 – Jesus is Lord of all.
Romans 14:9 – Lord of the living and the dead.
John 10:11 – The Good Shepherd.
Ezekiel 34:23; Hebrews 13:20; 1 Peter 5:4 – The Great and Chief Shepherd.
John 1:29; Revelation 5:6, 9, 12 – The Lamb of God.
1 Peter 1:18–19 – Redeemed by His precious blood.

 

Prepared by Bobby Stafford of the church of Christ at Granby, MO

The church of Christ at Granby, MO

Located at
516 East Pine St.
P.O. Box 664
Granby, Mo. 64844
(417) 472-7109

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Additional Resources

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The church of Christ in Granby Missouri

516 East Pine St.
P.O. Box 664
Granby, Mo. 64844
(417) 472-7109

Email: Bobby Stafford
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