CHAPTER FOUR: Who Is Jesus Christ?

THERE are many famous people in the world.  Some are well-known in their own community, city, or country.  Others are known worldwide. However, just knowing the name of someone famous does not mean that you truly know him.  It does not mean that you know details about his background and what he is really like as a person.

People around the world have heard something about Jesus Christ, even though he lived on earth some 2,000 years ago. Yet, many are confused about who Jesus really was.  Some say that he was merely a good man. Others claim that he was nothing more than a prophet. Still others believe that Jesus is God and should be worshiped. Should he?

It is important for you to know the truth about Jesus. Why? Because the Bible says:  "This means everlasting life, their taking in knowledge of the one whom you sent forth, Jesus Christ." (John 17:3) Yes, knowing the truth about Jehovah God and about Jesus Christ can lead to everlasting life on a paradise earth.  (John 14:6) Furthermore, Jesus sets the best example of how to live and how to treat others.  (John 13:34, 35) In the first chapter of this book, we discussed the truth about God. Now let us consider what the Bible really teaches about Jesus Christ.

Next time:  Who Is Jesus Christ?

From the book: WHAT DOES THE BIBLE REALLY TEACH?