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Jesus Christ: The Real Story

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Introduction: Jesus Christ - The Real Story

What is the real story of Jesus Christ?

Who - and What - Was Jesus Christ?

Who, really, was Jesus of Nazareth? Where did He really come from? If we understand that, it explains everything He did and said.

Jesus Christ's Disciples Understood Him to Be the Creator

When the early followers of Christ say Jesus is the One through whom all things were created, they are clearly saying that Jesus is God.

Jesus Christ: 'The Rock' of the Old Testament

Jesus Christ was the Rock of the Old Testament.

Jesus' Amazing Fulfillment of Prophecy

Jesus Christ accurately fulfilled the prophecies that were written hundreds of years before His birth.

The Family of God

The awesome destiny of mankind is to become part of God's family.

The Bible Prophesied the Exact Year the Messiah Would Appear

An amazing prophecy in Daniel 9:25 gives the specific year the Messiah would appear.

Was Jesus Born on Dec. 25?

A careful analysis of Scripture clearly indicates that December 25 is an unlikely date for Christ's birth.

A Sinless and Miraculous Life

Jesus lived a sinless life filled with miracles.

Could Jesus Perform Miracles?

Miracles do indeed happen. In Christ's case, the Father answered His every prayer and backed up His every command.

Did Jesus Really Die and Live Again?

One of the greatest proofs that Jesus is exactly who He said He was-the Son of God and the only One through whom eternal life is offered-is His resurrection from the dead.

Roman Forms of Crucifixion

Crucifixion wasn't always carried out the way we've seen it typically depicted in paintings and pictures.

When Was Jesus Christ Crucified and Resurrected?

How can we fit three days and three nights between a Friday-afternoon crucifixion and a Sunday-morning resurrection? Examine what the Bible really says.

The Chronology of the Crucifixion and Resurrection

View the chronology of the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus Christ.

Do Other Nonbiblical Sources Confirm Jesus Christ's Existence?

Many people assume that, apart from the Bible, history is silent concerning Jesus of Nazareth.

Much More Than a Man

Why is there so much controversy over one man? The simple answer is that He claimed to be God-and from the record was able to support that claim.

Was Jesus a Created Being?

Jesus was not created. He existed from eternity along with God the Father.

The God Who Became a Human Being

How could someone who is spirit, having lived for all eternity in the past, become human? Was Jesus a human being just like us? And when He was a human being, was He still God?

Jesus' Family Connections

When we read the Gospels carefully, we see a number of family connections that help us better understand certain events.

Did Jesus Have Long Hair?

Most people assume that Jesus had long hair. But is that accurate?

The Messiah's Misunderstood Mission

Jesus Christ's mission and teachings were misunderstood by most of those who saw and heard Him.

What Do 'Messiah' and 'Jesus Christ' Mean?

Both Christ and Messiah mean anointed or anointed one.

What Was Jesus' Gospel?

Do we really know the real Jesus? Do we really know what He is doing? Are we really preparing ourselves to be accepted and rewarded by Him when He establishes His Kingdom? And what is that Kingdom all about?

Salvation Is Entrance Into the Kingdom of God

Salvation is hardly ever explained the way Jesus explained it. Jesus expressed the idea of salvation and eternal life in terms of entrance into the Kingdom of God.

Other Names for the Kingdom

Although most often called the Kingdom of God, occasionally other terms are used in describing the Kingdom.

Jesus' Teaching on God's Law

The common view is that the teachings of Christ in the New Testament annulled and replaced the teachings of the Old Testament. But do they?

Other Important Ways Jesus Fulfilled the Law

Jesus upheld the entire law by becoming the sacrifice for sin.

Christ's New Commandment

Does this new commandment supersede the Ten Commandments and replace all other biblical laws?

Does the New Covenant Abolish the Commandments?

The following passages in the New Testament confirm, either explicitly or by example, that Jesus and the apostles viewed the Ten Commandments necessary for true Christian living.

Jesus Christ and the Festivals of the Bible

In addition to the biblical Sabbath day, Jesus observed the biblical festivals recorded in the Old Testament; the Gospels do not show Him ever being accused of violating the Holy Day observances.

Who Killed Jesus?

The question that should be asked is, who really caused the death of Jesus Christ?

Jesus Christ, the Wisdom of God

We need to comprehend the significance of Christ's crucifixion.

The Tearing of the Temple Veil

Why was this event so important that three of the Gospel writers mentioned the tearing of the Temple Veil?

Alive Again Today and Forever

What is Jesus Christ like today?

Your Date With Destiny: Meeting the Real Jesus

The Bible reveals that we each have a date with destiny when we will face Jesus and give account of our actions.

'Even So, Come, Lord Jesus!'

This is the time God's people through the ages have longed and prayed for: Your kingdom come.