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.