SERIES: CHRISTMAS IS JESUS CHRIST.
TEXT: MATTHEW 1:21
Jesus Christ is the savior of the world who came to redeem mankind from sin and eternal destruction.
“And she shall bring forth a son, thou shall call his name Jesus; for he shall save his people from their sins”-Matt. 1:21.
The name “Jesus” means Savior, signifying His divine assignment to rescue humanity from sin, bondage and eternal death.
From the foundation of the word, God purposed redemption for man and in the fullness of time, He manifested that plan through His son, Jesus Christ.
Humility was lost, broken and condemned through the sin of Adam but through Christ, salvation, forgiveness and restoration became possible.
The cross of Christ is the ultimate symbol of God’s love where mercy triumphed over judgement and grace was freely given to all who believe.
In a world filled with pain, uncertainty and moral decay, Jesus remains the only true hope of salvation.
He is not one of many ways, He is the way, the truth and the life.
Through Jesus Christ, we find reconciliation with God and victory over sin and satan. Let us consider:-
THE NEED FOR A SAVIOR.
- Every human being is born with sinful nature that separates us from God.
- Without a savior, mankind is doomed to spiritual death.
The reality of sin-Romans 3:23.
- “All have sinned and fallen short of God’s glory.”
- Sin brings separation from God and produces death. Death is separation.
- Physical death-The soul and spirit is separated from the body.
- Spiritual death. The soul and spirit is separated from God.
- Eternal death. The soul, spirit and body are eternally separated from God.
The result of sin-Romans 6:23.
- “For the wages of sin is death, both physical and eternal.
- But Jesus Christ came to pay the price for our redemption.
The helplessness of man-Jeremiah 13:23.
- No one can save himself or cleanse his own heart without divine help.
The love of God was revealed in Jesus Christ-John 3:16.
- God’s love compelled Him to send His only begotten son, so that no one would perish but have everlasting life.
- The thief on the cross recognized his sin and cried out to Jesus for mercy and he received instant salvation-Luke 23:42-43.
JESUS CHRIST THE ONLY WAY TO SALVATION.
- Salvation is not found in religion, good works or moral efforts. It is only through Jesus Christ that man can be reconciled to God.
The uniqueness of Christ-Acts 4:2.
- There is no other name under heaven given among men whereby we must be saved.
The power of His blood-Hebrews 9:12.
- Jesus entered once into the holy place with His own blood to obtain eternal redemption for us.
The grace of salvation-Eph. 2:8-9.
- We are saved by grace through faith, not by works, lest any man should boast.
The simplicity of faith-Romans 10:9-10.
- Anyone who believes in their heart and confesses with their mouth that Jesus Christ is Lord shall be saved.
- The jailer in Philippi asked Paul and Silas “what must I do to be saved?” and he replied, “Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and thou shall be saved”-Acts 16:30-31.
THE BLESSINGS OF SALVATION IN CHRIST.
- When we receive Jesus Christ as savior, we experience both spiritual and physical transformation.
Forgiveness of sins-1st John 1:9.
- Through Jesus Christ, all sis are forgiven and guilt is erased by His mercy.
Newness of life-2nd Cor. 5:17.
- Salvation produces a new creature; the old life of sin passes away and a new life begins.
Access to God-Hebrews 4:16.
- We now have boldness to approach God’s throne of grace without fear.
Eternal life-John 10:28. Jesus Christ gives eternal life to all who believe and no one pluck them out of His hand.
- When Zacchaeus received salvation and his life changed completely, he became generous, just and righteous-Luke 19:8-9.
OUR RESPONSE TO JESUS OUR SAVIOR.
- Salvation is a gift, but it requires our active response; faith, repentance and daily obedience.
Repentance from sin-Acts 3:19.
- Turning from sin is the step to walking with the savior.
Faith in his finished work-Rom. 5:1.
- We must rest our confidence in what Christ has done, not in human effort.
Obedience to His work-John 14:15.
- Love for Jesus is demonstrated through obedience to His commandments.
Witnessing to others-Mark 16:15.
- Everyone saved by grace has responsibility to tell others about Jesus the savior.
- Samaritan woman met Jesus, believed in His testimony, bringing many to Christ-John 4:28-30, 39.
CONCLUSION
- Christmas is not just an historical fact, it is the birth of the Living Savior of the world.
- Jesus Christ did not come to condemn but to redeem.
- Salvation through Him is the greatest miracle any man can receive; it brings peace, joy and eternal hope.
- Today, Jesus Christ stands at the door of every heart knocking-if anyone hear and open his/her heart to Him, Christ will come in, forgive sins and make you a new creature.
- There is no sin too deep that His blood cannot cleanse, no life too broken that His grace cannot restore.
- Christmas is Jesus-The Savior and redeemer of the world.
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