Messiah | Prophet

December 8, 2024

“Long ago, at many times and in many ways, God spoke to our fathers by the prophets, 2 but in these last days he has spoken to us by his Son, whom he appointed the heir of all things, through whom also he created the world. 3 He is the radiance of the glory of God and the exact imprint of his nature, and he upholds the universe by the word of his power. After making purification for sins, he sat down at the right hand of the Majesty on high, 4 having become as much superior to angels as the name he has inherited is more excellent than theirs.” Hebrews 1:1-4

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A allows us to know God and primarily worked as the mouthpiece of God, speaking of what was to come, performing miracles, and representing God. 

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A prophet was to receive:

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Jesus as Prophet in the New Testament:

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When God speaks, the sinful human tendency is to close our ears.

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Matthew 17:22-23 – Jesus Foretells His Death

John 16:7-15; Luke 24:49 – Jesus Promises the Holy Spirit

Matthew 24:1-2 – Jesus Foretells the Destruction of the Temple

Matthew 24:30-31 – Jesus Promises His Return

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Jesus spoke clearly of what was to come…

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Jesus healed and performed miracles…

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Jesus is a prophet with a message of salvation for you

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If we believe that Jesus is the Messiah, it should transform how we live. We can’t encounter Him and remain the same.

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But unlike the prophets, He doesn’t just point to God—He is God, offering us the power to truly transform.

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