As we gather for this Easter service, we celebrate the resurrection and ask: Who is Jesus? Throughout history, countless individuals have encountered Him, each faced with a crucial choice. From the wilderness to the streets of Jerusalem, from the shores of Galilee to the temple, people encountered Jesus and wrestled with His identity. Some saw Him as a teacher, or a miracle worker, or as a threat. But woven through these encounters is the truth of His divine nature.
Today, we dive into these encounters to understand who Jesus truly is and what His identity means for each of us.
Sermon Notes
Each encounter with Jesus demanded a crucial choice: Who is He?
John the Baptist: Recognized Jesus as the Lamb of God (John 1:29 NLT)
Peter: Acknowledged Jesus as the Messiah (Matthew 16:13-16 NLT)
Judas: Identified Jesus as Rabbi (Matthew 26:25, 48-49 NLT)
Pilate: Acknowledged Jesus as the King of the Jews (Luke 23:3 NLT)
The Roman Centurion: Recognized Jesus as the Son of God (Mark 15:39 CSB)
The Emmaus Disciples: Regarded Jesus as a Prophet (Luke 24:17-21 NLT)
Mary Magdalene: Addressed Jesus as “my Lord” (John 20:13 NLT)
Thomas: Acknowledged Jesus as “my Lord and my God” (John 20:27-28 NLT)
The Forgiven Peter: Acknowledged Jesus as Lord (John 21:7 NLT)
How will you answer the question: Who is Jesus?
Our Response: Repentance and Faith that leads to Baptism
- John 14:6 NLT
- Ephesians 2:8-90 NLT
- 1 John 4:10 NLT