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Was Jesus of Nazareth the Founder of Christianity?

Ivan Golden by Ivan Golden
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Table of Contents

  • Introduction.
  • The Early Life of Jesus.
  • The Ministry of Jesus.
  • The Teachings of Jesus.
  • The Crucifixion of Jesus.
  • The Resurrection of Jesus.
  • The Legacy of Jesus.
  • Conclusion.

 

Introduction.

There are a lot of misconceptions about Jesus. Some people think that he was a mere mortal who became divine over time. Others believe that he was the son of God.

In this blog post, we will explore what is known about Jesus’ life and teachings, and try to separate fact from fiction.

 

The birth of Jesus in Bethlehem
Photo by Birmingham Museums Trust. Unsplash.

 

The Early Life of Jesus.

Jesus of Nazareth was born in the Roman province of Judea, during the reign of the emperor Augustus. His exact birth date is unknown, but it is celebrated annually on December 25. Jesus was born to Mary, a virgin who was betrothed to Joseph, a carpenter. According to the Gospels, Jesus was conceived by the Holy Spirit and born without sin.

Shortly after his birth, Jesus was visited by Magi from the East, who brought him gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh. Jesus was later circumcised and given the name “Yeshua,” which is Hebrew for “God saves.”

At the age of twelve, Jesus traveled with his parents to Jerusalem for the Passover festival. After becoming separated from them, he spent three days teaching in the Temple before returning home to Nazareth. This event marks the beginning of his public ministry.

Very little is known about Jesus’ childhood and youth, but it is clear that he grew up in a devout Jewish household. As he grew older, Jesus became increasingly aware of his mission to save humanity from sin and death.

 

Jerusalem Garden Tomb.
Jerusalem Garden Tomb. Photo by Israel Photo Gallery. Flickr.

 

The Ministry of Jesus.

Jesus of Nazareth was a first-century Jewish teacher and preacher who became the central figure of Christianity. Christians believe Jesus to be the Son of God, and believe that through his death and resurrection, he defeated death and restored humanity’s relationship with God.

Jesus’ ministry lasted for about three years and included several different kinds of activities, such as teaching in the Temple and synagogue, traveling throughout Judea and Galilee preaching the gospel, performing miracles, and attending feasts and festivals.

The Gospels say that Jesus cured the blind, raised the dead, cleansed lepers, and cast out demons. He also preached about repentance, forgiveness, and love. Jesus’ teachings had a profound impact on his followers, and his ministry continues to have an impact on people today.

 

The body of Christ
The body of Christ. Photo by Nico Smit. Unsplash.

 

The Teachings of Jesus.

His teachings inspired a movement that eventually came to be known as Christianity. Jesus taught his followers about God, love, forgiveness, and other topics. Some of his famous sayings include “Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth” and “Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you.”

Jesus also performed numerous miracles, such as healing the sick and raising the dead. After his death, Jesus’ disciples continued to preach his message and share his story with others.

Jesus’ twelve disciples were some of his most important followers, and their stories offer valuable insights into his life and teachings.

For example, the story of Peter walking on water demonstrates Jesus’ power over nature, while the story of the woman at the well highlights his compassion for those who are different from him.

 

Crucifixion of Christ
Elaborate Jesus shrine. Photo by Magda Ehlers. Pexels.

 

The Crucifixion of Jesus.

Jesus of Nazareth was crucified by the order of Pontius Pilate, the Roman Governor of Judea. Jesus was accused of sedition by the Jewish religious authorities for claiming to be the King of the Jews.

Pilate originally tried to release Jesus, but the crowds demanded that Jesus be put to death. Pilate washed his hands of the situation, and Jesus was crucified.

Jesus died on the cross after six hours of suffering. He was buried in a nearby tomb, and his followers claimed that he rose from the dead three days later. The crucifixion of Jesus is a central event in Christianity, and it is remembered every Good Friday.

 

Christs resurrection
Jesus’s resting place. Photo by Jonny Gios. Unsplash.

 

The Resurrection of Jesus.

After Jesus’ death, his body was taken down from the cross and placed in a tomb. Three days later, Jesus rose from the dead. Jesus’ resurrection is recorded in the Bible in the books of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John.

Jesus appeared to many people after his resurrection. He appeared to his disciples, Mary Magdalene, and two men on the road to Emmaus. Jesus also ascended into heaven 40 days after his resurrection. Jesus’ resurrection is significant because it proves that he is who he said he is – the Son of God.

Jesus’ resurrection also provides hope for believers – because Jesus conquered death, believers can have hope that they, too, will one day be resurrected.

 

Apostles
Church stain glass window. Photographer Unknown. Pixabay.

 

The Legacy of Jesus.

Jesus of Nazareth was a Galilean Jew who was born circa 4 BC and died circa 30 AD. Jesus is the central figure of Christianity, the world’s largest religion. Christians believe Jesus is the Son of God and the savior of humanity whose coming as the Messiah (the Christ) was prophesied in the Hebrew Bible, called the Old Testament in Christianity, and chronicled in the New Testament.

Jesus was a charismatic preacher and healer who called for repentance (turning away from sin) and advocated that his followers believe in the forgiveness of their sins. His sayings (called “parables”) and stories (” parables “) became the basis for Christian moral teaching.

Jesus’ disciples – followers who believed in him – gave eyewitness accounts of his miracles (supernatural healing), his execution by crucifixion, and his resurrection from the dead, which they said he foretold.

The four canonical gospels– Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John – are among the earliest surviving manuscripts about Jesus’ life; they provide a coherent narrative about Jesus’ public ministry, especially focused on his teaching and healing.

Jesus also figures prominently in non-Christian religions such as Islam: As a prophet/messenger sent by God to restore monotheism (belief in one God). Jesus is also revered as a great spiritual teacher in other traditions such as Hinduism and Buddhism.

In most Christian denominations “disciples” refers narrowly to the Twelve Apostles, a body specially chosen by Jesus to spread his teachings after his physical death, but it also generally includes all Christians who follow Jesus’ teachings without necessarily being physically present with him at any given time or place.

Discipleship ordinarily involves learning Jesus’ teachings (often called “the Way”), living according to his example, mentoring other people to do likewise, sharing one’s testimony about Jesus with others (witnessing), waiting for Christ’s return, being baptized into the membership of the early church.

Discipleship is thus both individualistic (“a private matter between me . . . [and] Jesus”), relational (“I follow Jesus with others”), and social (“Jesus taught that we should love our neighbor as ourselves”).

In some sense, all Christians are disciples because all Christians are called to model themselves on Christ’s teachings, share them with others, And look forward to Christ’s return. But some Christians think of discipleship as involving more than this – more than simply being a good person or even doing good works in Jesus’ name.

They think it involves trying to live according to Christ’s teachings as perfectly as possible so that one can be like him in character. This may involve taking up one’s cross daily (i.e., Dying to self), following Jesus no matter what the cost, and giving everything to him.

It always starts with becoming his follower by repenting of sinfulness, Putting one’s faith in Jesus Christ for salvation, and committing oneself to live according to his teachings.

 

Conclusion.

Jesus is the central figure of Christianity, the world’s largest religion. Christians believe in Jesus as the Son of God and the savior of humanity whose coming as the Messiah (the Christ) was prophesied in the Hebrew Bible. As a prophet/messenger sent by God to restore monotheism, Jesus is also revered as a great spiritual teacher in other traditions such as Hinduism and Buddhism.

In most Christian denominations “disciples” refers narrowly to the Twelve Apostles, but it also generally includes all Christians who follow Jesus’ teachings without necessarily being physically present with him at any given time or place.

Discipleship ordinarily involves learning Jesus’ teachings (often called “the Way”), living according to his example, mentoring other people to do likewise, sharing one’s testimony about Jesus with others (witnessing), waiting for Christ’s return, being baptized into the membership of the early church.

Discipleship is both individualistic (“a private matter between me . . .”), relational (“I follow Jesus with others”), and social (“Jesus taught that we should love our neighbor as ourselves”). In some sense, all Christians are disciples because all Christians are called to model themselves on Christ’s teachings, share them with others, and look forward to Christ’s return.

But some Christians think of discipleship as involving more than this – more than simply being a good person or even doing good works in Jesus’ name. They think it involves trying to live according to Christ’s teachings as perfectly as possible so that one can be like him in character. This may involve taking up one’s cross daily (i.e., dying to self), following Jesus no matter what the cost, and giving everything to him.

But it always starts with becoming his follower by repenting of sinfulness, putting one’s faith in Jesus Christ for salvation, and committing oneself to live according to his teachings.

 

Sources: THX News, Wikipedia & Christianity Today.

 


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Ivan Golden

Ivan Golden

Ivan Golden is a global citizen, having lived in locations across the US, Philippines and UK. His career has been marked by success - starting as a Tennis Pro before he turned his talents to bookselling and fine art dealing.

Married with six children, he's passionate about providing them opportunities for learning through his news, travel and education platform THX News; designed to restore faith in journalism via objective reporting, careful checking of facts, and real reporting.

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