Discovering Jesus Throughout the Scriptures

In my recent series titled "Real Questions People Ask," I concluded by delving into the Bible's portrayal of Jesus. Here's an expanded look at how Jesus is depicted in every book:

Genesis – Jesus is the Creator and the Redeemer promised to Adam and Eve.

Exodus – He is the Passover Lamb, whose blood saves us from death.

Leviticus – Jesus serves as our High Priest, interceding on our behalf.

Numbers – He is the water from the rock, providing life in the desert.

Deuteronomy – Jesus becomes the curse for us, fulfilling the law.

Joshua – As the Commander of the Lord's army, He leads us to victory.

Judges – He is our deliverer from oppression and injustice.

Ruth – Jesus is our Kinsman-Redeemer, redeeming us through His kinship.

1 Samuel – He embodies the roles of Prophet, Priest, and King.

2 Samuel – Jesus is the King who shows grace and love.

1 Kings – A ruler greater than Solomon, He reigns with wisdom.

2 Kings – He is the powerful prophet, speaking God's truth.

1 Chronicles – Jesus is the Son of David, destined to rule forever.

2 Chronicles – He is the eternal King, reigning in glory.

Ezra – Jesus proclaims freedom as our High Priest.

Nehemiah – He restores what is broken, rebuilding our lives.

Esther – Jesus protects His people, even in times of peril.

Job – He mediates between God and man, offering comfort.

Psalms – Jesus is our song, our comfort, and our joy.

Proverbs – He is our wisdom, guiding our paths.

Ecclesiastes – Jesus gives meaning to life, beyond vanity.

Song of Solomon – He is the author of faithful love.

Isaiah – Jesus is the Suffering Servant, bearing our iniquities.

Jeremiah – He is the weeping Messiah, lamenting over Jerusalem.

Lamentations – Jesus takes upon Himself God's wrath for us.

Ezekiel – Known as the Son of Man, He reveals God's glory.

Daniel – Jesus is with us in the fiery furnace, our protector.

Hosea – He is the faithful husband, seeking us despite our unfaithfulness.

Joel – Jesus sends His Spirit, empowering His followers.

Amos – He delivers justice to the oppressed.

Obadiah – Jesus is the Judge of those who do evil.

Jonah – He is the greatest missionary, reaching out to all.

Micah – Jesus forgives and forgets our sins.

Nahum – He proclaims peace beyond our understanding.

Habakkuk – Jesus crushes injustice and brings righteousness.

Zephaniah – He is the Warrior who saves us.

Haggai – Jesus restores true worship.

Zechariah – He is prophesied as the Messiah, pierced for us.

Malachi – Jesus is the Sun of Righteousness, bringing healing.

Matthew – Jesus is the Messiah, the King of the Jews.

Mark – He is the Servant, serving humanity.

Luke – Jesus is the Deliverer, bringing salvation.

John – He is God incarnate, the Word made flesh.

Acts – Jesus is the Holy Spirit, dwelling within His people.

Romans – He embodies the righteousness of God.

1 Corinthians – Jesus is the power and love of God.

2 Corinthians – He is the guarantee of our future inheritance.

Galatians – Jesus is our life, freeing us from the law.

Ephesians – He unites us, the head of the church.

Philippians – Jesus is our joy, in all circumstances.

Colossians – He holds supremacy in all things.

1 Thessalonians – Jesus is our comfort in times of trial.

2 Thessalonians – He is our returning King.

1 Timothy – Jesus saves even the worst sinners.

2 Timothy – He leads leaders in the faith.

Titus – Jesus is the foundation of truth.

Philemon – He mediates reconciliation.

Hebrews – Jesus is our High Priest, offering Himself once for all.

James – He matures our faith through trials.

1 Peter – Jesus is our hope in suffering.

2 Peter – He guards us from false teachings.

1 John – Jesus is the source of fellowship with God.

2 John – He is God in the flesh.

3 John – Jesus is the source of truth.

Jude – He keeps us from stumbling.

Revelation – Jesus is the King of Kings and Lord of Lords, the Alpha and Omega.