Character Study - Jesus
Elements:
Name & scriptures
Summary of their story (Background, when and where they lived, family, meaning of their name)
What they are known for
Strength & weaknesses (Characteristics)
Victories & challenges
How they point us to christ
Lessons we can learn from them
Questions you have from the story
Oct 30 - Jesus
The New Testament's story of Jesus is as fascinating as it is inspiring. Born and raised in the "backwaters" of the Roman Empire, Jesus begins a religious movement that eventually overtakes the Empire. According to the New Testament, Jesus is the Messiah ("anointed one," Greek "Christos"), the promised deliverer of Israel, whose death on the cross brings deliverance from sin, and whose eventual return to earth will bring deliverance from oppression by ushering in God's kingdom. Jesus's message of caring for the downtrodden, extending kindness to strangers, and loving one's enemies is still unrivaled for its profound insight and penetrating simplicity.
Who is Jesus to you?
What does the word “Messiah” mean?
How would you describe Jesus to a non-believer?
If you were to ask the average person where you work, “Who is Jesus Christ?” what would they say?
Next Character Study: Peter
Important Parts about Peter:
Matthew 14:28-31
Matthew 16:13-19
Mark 8:27-33
Luke 22:55-61
John 6:66-69
John 21:15-19
Acts 4:8-21