Who Is Jesus Christ and Why Is He Important?
The Bible presents Jesus Christ as more than a moral teacher, prophet, or example. Scripture identifies Him as the promised Messiah, the Son of God, and the Savior who came to redeem sinners. If Jesus is who the Bible says He is, then His words carry divine authority and His work on the cross is the only true remedy for sin.
Understanding Jesus Christ is essential because Christianity is not primarily a set of principles—it is grounded in a person. The New Testament teaches that eternal life is found in knowing the true God and Jesus Christ whom He has sent. For that reason, the Bible calls every person to consider Christ seriously and respond to Him in repentance and faith.
1) Jesus Christ Is the Promised Messiah
The title “Christ” is not Jesus’ last name; it is a confession of who He is. “Christ” translates the Greek word Christos (Χριστός), meaning “Anointed One.” It corresponds to the Hebrew concept of the Messiah, God’s promised King and Deliverer.
He saith unto them, But whom say ye that I am? And Simon Peter answered and said, Thou art the Christ, the Son of the living God.
Matthew 16:15–16 (KJV)Peter’s confession joins two truths: Jesus is the Christ (the Anointed One) and the Son of the living God. The New Testament explains that Jesus fulfills the promises, types, and prophecies that pointed to the coming Messiah.
2) Jesus Christ Is Truly God
Scripture teaches that Jesus is not merely God’s representative, but God Himself revealed in the flesh. This is not speculation; it is a repeated testimony of Scripture.
In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.
John 1:1 (KJV)The term “Word” is logos (λόγος), meaning expressed message, utterance, or the revealed truth. John declares that the Word was with God and was God, affirming both distinction of person and unity of nature.
And the Word was made flesh, and dwelt among us, (and we beheld his glory, the glory as of the only begotten of the Father,) full of grace and truth.
John 1:14 (KJV)The Word “was made flesh” and dwelt among us. This is the doctrine of the incarnation: God the Son taking true humanity without ceasing to be God. The Bible does not present Jesus as becoming divine later; it presents Him as eternally divine and then becoming man.
But unto the Son he saith, Thy throne, O God, is for ever and ever: a sceptre of righteousness is the sceptre of thy kingdom.
Hebrews 1:8 (KJV)In Hebrews 1:8, the Father addresses the Son as “O God.” This is direct testimony that the Son shares the divine identity. The Christian confession of Christ’s deity is rooted in Scripture itself.
3) Jesus Christ Is Truly Man
Jesus is not God appearing to be human; He became truly human. He experienced hunger, weariness, sorrow, and temptation, yet without sin. His true humanity matters because redemption required a real human representative.
For we have not an high priest which cannot be touched with the feeling of our infirmities; but was in all points tempted like as we are, yet without sin.
Hebrews 4:15 (KJV)Scripture presents Christ as able to sympathize with our weaknesses. The word “tempted” is expressed with Greek terms related to testing, commonly connected to peirazō (πειράζω). His temptation was real, yet He remained sinless.
4) Why Jesus Christ Is Important
Jesus Christ is important because He is the only Savior revealed by God. The Bible teaches that He lived the righteous life we have not lived, died as a substitute for sinners, and rose again. His work is sufficient and final.
Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.
John 14:6 (KJV)“Way,” “truth,” and “life” are exclusive claims. Jesus does not present Himself as one helpful path, but as the only way to the Father. In a world of competing religious claims, Scripture identifies Christ as unique and necessary.
Neither is there salvation in any other: for there is none other name under heaven given among men, whereby we must be saved.
Acts 4:12 (KJV)The Bible declares that salvation is found in no other. This explains why the person of Christ is central: if His identity is misunderstood, the gospel is misunderstood.
5) What You Can Expect From the Linked Teaching Page
The linked teaching content is designed to show, from Scripture, who Jesus is and why His identity matters. You will find full KJV passages, clear explanation, and careful definitions of hard terms where needed. The goal is not to create curiosity without substance, but to present Christ faithfully as Scripture presents Him.
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- Key terms defined carefully, including Koine Greek where clarity is required.
- Christ’s identity explained from Scripture, not opinion.
- Why the gospel depends on who Jesus is.
Conclusion
Jesus Christ is important because He is the promised Messiah, truly God, truly man, and the only Savior revealed by God. Christianity stands or falls on who Christ is and what He has done. Scripture calls every person to hear His words and respond to Him in repentance and faith.