Stanley Tavaziva

Q4. (Philippians 2:7-8) How are we to follow Jesus' example as the Servant? Why is humility difficult? Why is obedience hard? Where are you struggling right now to be humble and obedient? Jesus Son of God voluntarily assumed a human body and human nature. Without ceasing to be God, he became a human being, the man called Jesus. He did not give up his deity to become human, but he set aside the right to his glory and power. In submission to the Father’s will, Christ limited his power and knowledge. Paul therefore stressed spiritual unity, asking the Philippians to love one another and to be one in spirit and purpose. When we work together, caring for the problems of others as if they were our problems, we demonstrate Christ’s example of putting others first, and we experience unity. We should not be so concerned about making a good impression or meeting your own needs that you strain relationships in God’s family, but be one family. The things of this world sometimes make me loss forcase and enjoy what is there forgetting who provides for us.

Q3. (1 Corinthians 11:23-26) What is the purpose of the Lord’s Supper? Why should we partake often? Why is it so easy to forget what Jesus has done for us on the cross? When the Lord’s Supper was celebrated in the early church, it included a feast or fellowship meal followed by the celebration of Communion. In the church in Corinth, the fellowship meal had become a time when some ate and drank excessively while others went hungry. There was little sharing and caring. This certainly did not demonstrate the unity and love that should characterize the church, nor was it a preparation for Communion. Paul condemned these actions and reminded the church of the real purpose of the Lord’s Supper. The Lord’s Supper is a visible representation symbolizing the death of Christ for our sins. It reminds us of Christ’s death and the glorious hope of his return. Our participation in it strengthens our faith through fellowship with Christ and with other believers. It is an important element in the Christian faith and that Christ’s presence, however we understand it, strengthens us spiritually.

Q2. (John 1:29) Why is Jesus referred to as the Lamb of God? To what degree does he take away our sins? How does he come to represent you -- as your sacrifice for sin? During the time of children of Israel, every morning and evening, a lamb was sacrificed in the Temple for the sins of the people in Exodus. Isaiah prophesied that the Messiah, God’s servant, would be led to the slaughter like a lamb. To pay the penalty for sin, a life had to be given—and God chose to provide the sacrifice himself. The sins of the world were removed when Jesus died as the perfect sacrifice. This is the way our sins are forgiven (1 Corinthians 5:7). The “sin of the world” means everyone’s sin, the sin of each individual. Jesus paid the price of your sin by his death. You can receive forgiveness by confessing your sin to him and asking for his forgiveness.

Q1. What does Jesus' holiness and righteousness demand of our lives as his disciples? In the Parable of the Sheep and the Goats, what was the primary characteristic of the sheep vs. the goats? The parable of the sheep and goats stresses the importance of serving others in need. No parable by itself completely describes our preparation .God will separate his obedient followers from pretenders and unbelievers. The real evidence of our belief is the way we act. To treat all persons we encounter as if they were Jesus is no easy task. What we do for others demonstrates what we really think about Jesus’ words to us: Feed the hungry, give the homeless a place to stay, look after the sick. How well do your actions separate you from pretenders and unbelievers? Jesus used sheep and goats to picture the division between believers and unbelievers. Sheep and goats often grazed together but were separated when it came time to shear the sheep. Ezekiel 34:17-24 also refers to the separation of sheep and goats.This signifies how God will judge us.

Q3. (Matthew 16:13-16) Whom did Peter believe Jesus to be? How did Peter come to believe this? Why does Jesus command his disciples not to tell others that he is the Messiah? (Matthew 16:20). The other disciples thought that Jesus was one of the great prophets come back to life. This belief was stemmed from Deuteronomy 18:18, where God said he would raise up a prophet from among the people. Peter, however, confessed Jesus as divine and as the promised and long-awaited Messiah. If Jesus were to ask you this question, how would you answer? Is he your Lord and Messiah? Peter reminded Christians that they are the church built on the foundation of the apostles and prophets, with Jesus Christ as the cornerstone. All believers are joined into this church by faith in Jesus Christ as Savior, the same faith that Peter. Jesus praised Peter for his confession of faith. It is faith like Peter’s that is the foundation of Christ’s Kingdom. Jesus warned the disciples not to publicize Peter’s confession because they did not yet fully understand the kind of Messiah he had come as a suffering servant. They needed to come to a full understanding of Jesus and their mission as disciples before they could proclaim it to others in a way that would not cause a rebellion. They would have a difficult time understanding what Jesus came to do until his earthly mission was complete.

Q4. (Matthew 21:9, 15) Why were the chief priests and scribes so angry when little children referred to Jesus as “Son of David”? What does the title “Son of David” signify? The title “Son of David” is more than a statement of physical genealogy. It is a Messianic title. When people referred to Jesus as the Son of David, they meant that He was the long-awaited Deliverer, the fulfillment of the Old Testament prophecies by Prophet Isaiah. Jesus was the seed of David, He is the promised Messiah, which means He had to be of the lineage of David. In book of Matthew it gives the genealogical proof that Jesus, in His humanity, was a direct descendant of Abraham and David through Joseph, Jesus’ legal father.

Q5. Where did the title “Branch” come from? How does the imagery differ from the title “Root”? Christ is the vine, and God is the gardener who cares for the branches to make them fruitful. The branches are all those who claim to be followers of Christ. The fruitful branches are true believers who by their living union with Christ produce much fruit. But those who become unproductive—those who turn back from following Christ after making a superficial commitment—will be separated from the vine. Unproductive followers are as good as dead and will be cut off and tossed aside. We should Remain in Christ meaning (1) believing that he is God’s Son (1 John 4:15), (2) receiving him as Savior and Lord (John 1:12), (3) doing what God says (1 John 3:24), (4) continuing to believe the Good News (1 John 2:24), and (5) relating in love to the community of believers, Christ’s body (John 15:12).

Q6. (Luke 9:35) Since Jesus is God’s Chosen One, what does it mean to “listen to him”? In what ways does your life reflect listening to him? In what ways do you need to heed him more explicitly? As God’s Son, Jesus has God’s power and authority; thus, his words should be our final authority. If a person’s teaching is true, it will agree with Jesus’ teachings. Test everything you hear against Jesus’ words, and you will not be led astray. Jesus is our living rock, when we listen to Him we will not go astray. By doing what Jesus tells me is reflected by my daily living. We should not be hasty to seek advice and guidance from merely human sources and thereby neglect Christ’s message. It is Him who gives us life. Jesus is there for me all the time. He said in his word that He will not forsake or leave us alone.

Q6. Since Yahweh seems to be formed from "I AM" as God's own name, what is the significance of Jesus' "I am" statements? Which of these "I am" statements means the most to you personally? The Lord told Abram, “I am God Almighty; serve me faithfully and live a blameless life.” God has the same message for us today. We are to obey the Lord in every respect because he is God—that is reason enough. If you don’t think the benefits of obedience are worth it, consider who God is—the only one with the power and ability to meet your every need. Samuel was probably three years old-the customary age for weaning-when his mother left him at the Tabernacle. By saying, “I am giving him to the LORD,” Hannah meant that she was dedicating Samuel to God for lifetime service. She did not, of course, forget her much-wanted son. She visited him regularly, and each year she brought him a robe just like Eli’s (2:19). In later years, Samuel lived in Ramah (7:17), his parents’ hometown (1:19-20). One day God will bring all his faithful people together. We need not fear because (1) God is with us (“I am with you”), (2) God has established a relationship with us (“I am your God”), and (3) God gives us assurance of his strength, help, and victory over sin and death. We should be aware of all the ways God has helped us. “I am God and not a mere mortal.” It is easy for us to define God in terms of our own expectations and behavior. In so doing, we make him just slightly larger than ourselves. In reality, God is infinitely greater than we are. We should seek to become like him rather than attempt to remake him in our image. The phrase “then they will know that I am the LORD” occurs 65 times in the book of Ezekiel. The purpose of all God’s punishment was not to take revenge but to impress upon the people the truth that the Lord is the only true and living God. People in Ezekiel’s day were worshiping man-made idols and calling them gods. Today money, sex, and power have become idols for many. Punishment will come upon all who put other things ahead of God. It is easy to forget that the Lord alone is God, the supreme authority and the only source of eternal love and life. Remember that God may use the difficulties of your life to teach you that he alone is God. Many people feel restless and dissatisfied. They wonder: (1) If I am in God’s will, why am I so tired and unfulfilled? (2) What is the meaning of life? (3) When I look back on it all, will I be happy with my accomplishments? (4) Why do I feel burned out, disillusioned, dry? (5) What is to become of me? Solomon tests our faith, challenging us to find true and lasting meaning in God alone. As we take a hard look at our lives, as Solomon did, we will see how important serving God is over all other options. Perhaps God is asking you and me to rethink on our purpose and direction in life, just as Solomon did in Ecclesiastes. Men have been startled by the boldness of Jesus’ question or by the words “I am he,” this was a declaration of his divinity (Exodus 3:14). Or perhaps they were going to be overcome by his obvious power and authority. Jesus’ question to the leader who came and called him “Good teacher” was, in essence, “Do you know who I am?” Undoubtedly the man did not catch the implications of Jesus’ reply—that the man was right in calling him good because Jesus truly is God. The Christian faith goes beyond knowing what others believe. It requires us to hold beliefs for ourselves. When Jesus asks, “Who do you say I am?” he wants us to take a stand. Who do you say Jesus is?

Q5. (Luke 9:59-62; 6:46) Is Jesus our Lord if we don't obey him immediately? Is he our Lord if we don't follow his teachings? What areas of your life do you need to surrender to his Lordship? There is a cost to following Jesus, and each of us must be ready to serve, even when it requires sacrifice. We should not delay in following Christ and give excuses. Jesus was saying that true discipleship requires instant action. Jesus did not teach people to forsake responsibilities to family, but he often gave commands to people in light of their real motives. What does Jesus want from us? Total dedication, not halfhearted commitment. We can’t pick and choose among Jesus’ ideas and follow him selectively; we have to accept the cross along with the crown, judgment as well as mercy. We must count the cost and be willing to abandon everything else that has given us security. With our focus on Jesus, we should allow nothing to distract us from the manner of living that he calls good and true. I surrender my whole self, my family, my extended family my job, I just give myself to Him to rule my life.

Q4. Why is the title "Lord Jesus" such an exalted one. What does it tell us about Jesus' divinity? The exalted one Jesus, high and holy God came down to our level to save us because it is impossible for us to go up to his level to save ourselves. We marvel that God, through his Son, Jesus, lived among us in human form to reveal his eternal purposes to us. In doing so, God was reaching out to us in love. God wants us to reach out to him in return in order to know him and to love him with all our heart. Not only marvel at his power but take time to get to know him more. Christ is equal to God because he is God. Though God, Christ is God,He became a man in order to fulfill God’s plan of salvation for all people. Christ did not just have the appearance of being a man—he actually became human to identify with our sins. Christ voluntarily laid aside his divine rights and privileges out of love for his Father. Christ died on the cross for our sins so we wouldn’t have to face eternal death.God glorified Christ because of his obedience; (8) God raised Christ to his original position at the Father’s right hand, Him God the Father Son and Holy Spirit are one thus Divinity where he will reign forever as our Lord and Judge.

Q3. (John 1:18) How does the title "Only Begotten God" signify Jesus' divinity? How does the Only Begotten Son differ from you and me as sons and daughters of God? What does "only-begotten" say about Jesus' status with the Father? About the costliness of the cross? The only begotten Son, which is in the Glory of the Father.—The oneness of essence and of existence is made prominent by a natural figure, as necessary in Him who is to reveal the nature of God. Jesus died for us to live. It was Gods redemption plan that Jesus was to die for our sins in order for us to live and worship him only.

Q2. (Mark 1:10-11; Ephesians 1:6) If Jesus is the Father's Beloved, how can the Father send him to die? How does that make sense, given what we know of parental love? What does that say about God's love for us? The Spirit descended like a dove on Jesus, and the voice from heaven proclaimed the Father’s approval of Jesus as his divine Son. The fact that Jesus is God’s divine Son informs everything that we read about Jesus in the Gospels. Here we see all three members of the Trinity together—God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit. God’s “unchanging plan” is another way of saying that salvation is God’s work and not our own doing. In his infinite love, God has adopted us as his own children. Through Jesus’ sacrifice, he has brought us into his family and made us heirs along with Jesus (Romans 8:17). In Roman law, adopted children had the same rights and privileges as biological children, even if they had been slaves. Paul uses this term to show how strong our relationship to God is.We have entered into this loving relationship with God through Jesus Christ because He loves us

Q1. In what way does the title Son of God make Jesus equal with the Father? When you deal with the Son, is that the same as dealing with the Father? Do you know Jesus the Son of God? Do you love him? Jesus was identifying himself with God, his Father. There could be no doubt as to his claim to be God. Jesus does not leave us the option to believe in God while ignoring God’s Son (5:23). The Pharisees also called God their Father, but they realized Jesus was claiming a unique relationship with him. In response to Jesus’ claim, the Pharisees had two choices: to believe him, or to accuse him of blasphemy. They chose the second. Because of his unity with God, Jesus lived as God wanted him to live. Because of our identification with Jesus, we must honor him and live as he wants us to live. The questions “What would Jesus do?” and “What would Jesus have me do?” may help us make the right choices. For the Father loves the Son and shows him everything he is doing. In fact, the Father will show him how to do even greater works than healing this man. Then you will truly be astonished. 21 For just as the Father gives life to those he raises from the dead, so the Son gives life to anyone he wants. Living forever with God—begins when we accept Jesus Christ as Savior. At that moment, new life begins in us. We still will face physical death, but when Christ returns again, our bodies will be resurrected to live forever.

Q2. Which are your favorite messianic prophecies? Which titles from those are dearest to you? Why? 44 Prophecies Jesus Christ Fulfilled Prophecies About Jesus Old Testament Scripture New Testament Fulfillment 1 Messiah would be born of a woman. Genesis 3:15 Matthew 1:20 Galatians 4:4 2 Messiah would be born in Bethlehem. Micah 5:2 Matthew 2:1 Luke 2:4-6 3 Messiah would be born of a virgin. Isaiah 7:14 Matthew 1:22-23 Luke 1:26-31 4 Messiah would come from the line of Abraham. Genesis 12:3 Genesis 22:18 Matthew 1:1 Romans 9:5 5 Messiah would be a descendant of Isaac. Genesis 17:19 Genesis 21:12 Luke 3:34 6 Messiah would be a descendant of Jacob. Numbers 24:17 Matthew 1:2 7 Messiah would come from the tribe of Judah. Genesis 49:10 Luke 3:33 Hebrews 7:14 8 Messiah would be heir to King David's throne. 2 Samuel 7:12-13 Isaiah 9:7 Luke 1:32-33 Romans 1:3 9 Messiah's throne will be anointed and eternal. Psalm 45:6-7 Daniel 2:44 Luke 1:33 Hebrews 1:8-12 10 Messiah would be called Immanuel. Isaiah 7:14 Matthew 1:23 11 Messiah would spend a season in Egypt. Hosea 11:1 Matthew 2:14-15 12 A massacre of children would happen at Messiah's birthplace. Jeremiah 31:15 Matthew 2:16-18 13 A messenger would prepare the way for Messiah Isaiah 40:3-5 Luke 3:3-6 14 Messiah would be rejected by his own people. Psalm 69:8 Isaiah 53:3 John 1:11 John 7:5 15 Messiah would be a prophet. Deuteronomy 18:15 Acts 3:20-22 16 Messiah would be preceded by Elijah. Malachi 4:5-6 Matthew 11:13-14 17 Messiah would be declared the Son of God. Psalm 2:7 Matthew 3:16-17 18 Messiah would be called a Nazarene. Isaiah 11:1 Matthew 2:23 19 Messiah would bring light to Galilee. Isaiah 9:1-2 Matthew 4:13-16 20 Messiah would speak in parables. Psalm 78:2-4 Isaiah 6:9-10 Matthew 13:10-15, 34-35 21 Messiah would be sent to heal the brokenhearted. Isaiah 61:1-2 Luke 4:18-19 22 Messiah would be a priest after the order of Melchizedek. Psalm 110:4 Hebrews 5:5-6 23 Messiah would be called King. Psalm 2:6 Zechariah 9:9 Matthew 27:37 Mark 11:7-11 24 Messiah would be praised by little children. Psalm 8:2 Matthew 21:16 25 Messiah would be betrayed. Psalm 41:9 Zechariah 11:12-13 Luke 22:47-48 Matthew 26:14-16 26 Messiah's price money would be used to buy a potter's field. Zechariah 11:12-13 Matthew 27:9-10 27 Messiah would be falsely accused. Psalm 35:11 Mark 14:57-58 28 Messiah would be silent before his accusers. Isaiah 53:7 Mark 15:4-5 29 Messiah would be spat upon and struck. Isaiah 50:6 Matthew 26:67 30 Messiah would be hated without cause. Psalm 35:19 Psalm 69:4 John 15:24-25 31 Messiah would be crucified with criminals. Isaiah 53:12 Matthew 27:38 Mark 15:27-28 32 Messiah would be given vinegar to drink. Psalm 69:21 Matthew 27:34 John 19:28-30 33 Messiah's hands and feet would be pierced. Psalm 22:16 Zechariah 12:10 John 20:25-27 34 Messiah would be mocked and ridiculed. Psalm 22:7-8 Luke 23:35 35 Soldiers would gamble for Messiah's garments. Psalm 22:18 Luke 23:34 Matthew 27:35-36 36 Messiah's bones would not be broken. Exodus 12:46 Psalm 34:20 John 19:33-36 37 Messiah would be forsaken by God. Psalm 22:1 Matthew 27:46 38 Messiah would pray for his enemies. Psalm 109:4 Luke 23:34 39 Soldiers would pierce Messiah's side. Zechariah 12:10 John 19:34 40 Messiah would be buried with the rich. Isaiah 53:9 Matthew 27:57-60 41 Messiah would resurrect from the dead. Psalm 16:10 Psalm 49:15 Matthew 28:2-7 Acts 2:22-32 42 Messiah would ascend to heaven. Psalm 24:7-10 Mark 16:19 Luke 24:51 43 Messiah would be seated at God's right hand. Psalm 68:18 Psalm 110:1 Mark 16:19 Matthew 22:44 44 Messiah would be a sacrifice for sin. Isaiah 53:5-12 Romans 5:6-8 My favorite messianic prophecies 1 Messiah born of a virgin 2 Messiah be called Emmanuel 3 Messiah would be a sacrifice for sin. These Title determine who I am today

Q1. What is the meaning of the words "Christ" and "Messiah? How does the Davidic Covenant influence messianic expectation in Jesus' day? Jesus Christ or Messiah is the Son of God, and we belief his resurrection from the dead is the central point of Christianity. The word “Christ” comes from christos, a Greek word meaning “anointed.” It is equivalent of the word mashiach, or Messiah, in Hebrew. So, to be the Christ, or Messiah, is to be “the anointed one of God. (1 Chronicles 17:11–14) For when you die and join your ancestors, I will raise up one of your descendants, one of your sons, and I will make his kingdom strong. 12 He is the one who will build a house—a temple—for me. And I will secure his throne forever. 13 I will be his father, and he will be my son. I will never take my favor from him as I took it from the one who ruled before you. 14 I will confirm him as king over my house and my kingdom for all time, and his throne will be secure forever.’” The Davidic Covenant refers to God’s promises to David through Nathan the prophet. It is was the promise to David in two parts. The first part was conditional: As long as David’s descendants followed God’s laws and honored him, they would continually be on the throne of Israel. The second part was unconditional: A son of David would occupy his throne forever. This was Jesus the Messiah. The first part of the promise was based on the faithful obedience of David’s descendants. The second part would come true regardless of the way his descendants acted. This is to deliver us from bondage

Q4. (1 Timothy 2:5-6; 1 John 2:1) In what sense is Jesus our "one Mediator between God and man"? What happens to this personal relationship with Jesus when we ask a minister or a saint to intercede for us? How is Jesus our Advocate before the Father. In what ways are you an advocate for the powerless in your community? How do you function as a reconciler, a mediator, a peacemaker as you serve Christ? God has a dispute with us because of sin. Sin is described in the Bible as transgression of the law of God and rebellion against God God hates sin, and sin stands between all of us and Him. “There is no one righteous, not even one” . All human beings are sinners by virtue of sin we have inherited from Adam, as well as the sin we commit on a daily basis. The only just penalty for this sin is death , not only physical death but eternal death. The rightful punishment for sin is an eternity in hell. Because of Jesus’ mediation, minister or saint can now intercede in prayer on behalf of other Christians or for the lost, asking God to grant their requests according to His will. Jesus Christ in the New Testament our ultimate intercessor, and because of this, all Christian prayer becomes intercession since it is offered to God through and by Christ. Christ being an Advocate, the Greek word parakletos appears five times in the New Testament, and is only used by the apostle John. He is the one who comes to our aid when we sin, to stand by us and plead our case before God, interceding for us upon the throne of God, as we confess our sins In Christ we function as a reconciler, a mediator, a peacemaker as you serve. There is no more remembrance of sin, for HE brings forth a new creation life, old things passing away, and behold, all things becoming new.

Q3. (Isaiah 53:3) How can Jesus be the Man of Sorrows as well as the one who finds joy in his Father? How can we experience sorrow without it coming to dominate our lives? Jesus Messiah, suffered for the sins of all people. Such a prophecy is astounding! Who would believe that God would choose to save the world through a humble, suffering servant rather than a glorious king? The idea is contrary to human pride and worldly thinking. But God often works in ways we don’t expect. The Messiah’s strength is shown by humility, suffering, and mercy. "Wherefore God has highly exalted him and given him the name which is above every name, that at the name of Jesus every knee shall bow and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father. We experience sorry here on earth but our joy is in Jesus suffered for our sins.

Q2. (Daniel 7:13-14) Since Jesus is the Son of Man in Daniel's prophecy, what implications does that have for your obedience, your worship, your estimation of Jesus' power and glory? Jesus declared his royalty in no uncertain terms. In saying he was the Son of Man, Jesus was claiming to be the Messiah, as his listeners well knew. He knew this declaration would be his undoing, but he did not panic. He was calm, courageous, and determined. As like Daniel it would require us to be obedience, commitment, perseverance and prayer asking God for divine strength and supernatural motivation giving to the glory to God. God to be worshiped in "spirit and in truth

Q1. (Daniel 7:13-14) What attributes does the "one like a son of man" have in Daniel's prophecy? In what ways does this personage possess divine elements? What authority does he have? How do we know that Jesus identified himself with this Son of Man in Daniel? The son of Man was Jesus’ favorite designation of himself. The title was known to himself. It is a designation of the prophet in Daniel and also in Ezekiel, of that prophet. It appears in the latter more than ninety times as a designation for the prophet, attributed to the Lord or to the angel. This one “who looked like a man” is the Messiah. Jesus used this verse to refer to himself. The son of man meant by Daniel was a powerful figure from heaven who would establish an eternal Kingdom that would encompass all peoples Jesus Christ. Daniel predicted and wrote of the son of man ‘coming on the clouds of heaven’, taking world-wide authority and establishing a kingdom that would never end. In Daniel’s dream vision also saw God’s everlasting, indestructible Kingdom arriving and conquering all. When He lived here, Jesus is the son of man with Heaven at his command and has the power over any force here on earth, but the force he would never have been able to get true worship without people.

Q 4. (John 4:16; 1 Corinthians 1:24) How does Jesus' truth contrast with your culture's dearly held "truths"? How does Jesus' wisdom differ from the worldly wisdom that your culture teaches you? What would help you hold on to Jesus' truth and wisdom more effectively?Often we become uncomfortable when the truth is talked about, the conversation changes and we try to talk about something else. As we witness, we should gently guide the conversation back to Christ. His presence exposes sin and makes people nevres but only Christ can forgive sins and give new life. Walking in the Word will make you desire to seek wisdom from our Lord God. Use wisdom to glorify God and understand Him better. You desire to help others and give insight in to the Word of God through teaching. What is said about earthly wisdom? 1 Corinthians 1:19 “For it is written: I will destroy the wisdom of the wise, and I will set aside the understanding of the experts.” 1 Corinthians 1:20 “Where is the philosopher? Where is the scholar? Where is the debater of this age? Hasn’t God made the world’s wisdom foolish?” What is said of godly wisdom? 1 Corinthians 1:25 “because God’s foolishness is wiser than human wisdom, and God’s weakness is stronger than human strength.” 1 Corinthians 3:18 “No one should deceive himself. If anyone among you thinks he is wise in this age, he must become foolish so that he can become wise.” Obtaining godly wisdom: James 1:5 “Now if any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives to all generously and without criticizing, and it will be given to him.”

Q3. (Revelation 3:14) Why is Jesus called the "true and faithful witness"? What did he witness to? How was he faithful in his witness? As a disciple, to what degree are you a "true and faithful witness" to the Word that your Rabbi has taught and has done in your life? What would it look like if you improved as a witness? He is the first to rise from the dead. The Trinity—the Father (“the one who is, who always was, and who is still to come”), the Holy Spirit (“the sevenfold Spirit”), and the Son (Jesus Christ)—is the source of all truth Thus, we can be assured that John’s message is reliable and is God’s word to us. Jesus is divine, but he is not divine with exactly the same divinity as God, but he is the witness to God in all that God is and does and says and teaches and commands” and so on. Many hesitate to witness about their faith in Christ because they don’t feel the change in their lives has been spectacular enough. But you qualify as a witness for Jesus because of what he has done for you, not because of what you have done for him. Christ demonstrated his great love by setting us free from our sins through his death on the cross (“freed us from our sins by shedding his blood for us”), guaranteeing us a place in his Kingdom, and making us priests to administer God’s love to others. The fact that the all-powerful God has offered eternal life to us is nothing short of spectacular. Grace to you and peace from him who is and who was and who is to come, and from the seven spirits who are before his throne, and from Jesus Christ, the faithful witness, the firstborn of the dead and the ruler of kings on earth. To him who loves us and has freed us from our sins by his blood, and has made us a kingdom, priests to God his Father (his God and Father), to him be glory and dominion forever and ever. He will be coming with the clouds, and everyone will see him.

Q2. (John 1:1-3, 14) In what sense is Jesus the Word of God? Why do you think he is called this? Why does John call him the Word of Life (1 John 1:1)? What does this say to us about the importance of hearing, meditating on, and internalizing Jesus’ words? “The Bible is not the Word of God, Jesus is. Jesus is the Eternal Word, the true Word spoken from all eternity. Jesus is called the Word of God. He is the personification of the written and spoken word. The testimony was revealed through the prophets during the Old Testament period was made human with the coming of Christ. The word of God became flesh. The word is used to communicate to humanity. Jesus revealed Gods Word, His personification of the written and spoken Word. John opens his first letter to the churches similarly to the way he began his Gospel, emphasizing that Christ (“the Word of life”) is eternal, that God came into the world as a human,that he, John, was an eyewitness to Jesus’ life, and that Jesus brings light and life.

By feeling God’s presence in our lives. Set God before you always” (Psalms, 16:8). Invite Him into your life and develop a relationship with Him. I will literally follow Jesus wherever he went, listen to him, follow his teaching, imitate him, and help him with his ministry. 1. Loving- When it comes to love, Jesus gave these directives: Love God. Love your neighbor. (See Matthew 22:36-40). 2. Living -Treat others as you want to be treated. Matthew 7:12 states it that simply. Improve your life today by treating those around you with kindness and respect 3. Communicate with Jesus - God loves us. As our Heavenly Father, we Communicate with Him through prayer, express gratitude, and also ask for those things that we need. Great, life-changing power is available us through sincere prayer.4. Have Faith -Faith in Jesus Christ means trusting Him, remembering Him, and following His teachings. It is a conviction that He is the Son of God. When you provide room in your heart to have faith in Christ, you will notice your life improve. I am teachable because I have taken my yoke and to follow him. I have been transformed by renewal of my mind to follow him.

Q4. How did Jesus' disciples use his name when they healed and cast out demons? Do we have this kind of authority, or was it only for the apostles themselves? In what way does speaking or acting in Jesus' name demonstrate the concept of power of attorney? Why are we sometimes afraid to speak or act in Jesus' name? How might hearing his voice about a particular matter alleviate that fear? There is power in the name of Jesus! It's true that every believer has authority to cast out evil spirits, but it's also necessary to understand the importance of using the name of Jesus when driving out unclean spirits. Mark 16:17, "And these signs shall follow them that believe; In my name shall they cast out devils; they shall speak with new tongues." Jesus makes it clear that we are to cast out the spirits using His name. Now if we look into the early church, we see Paul using Jesus' name to drive an evil spirit out of a woman: Acts 16:18, "And this did she many days. But Paul, being grieved, turned and said to the spirit, I command you in the name of Jesus Christ to come out of her. And he came out the same hour." It's true that every believer has authority to cast out evil spirits. The disciples even found somebody who was not a disciple,he was using Jesus' name to cast out evil spirits: Mark 9:38-39, "And John answered him, saying, Master, we saw one casting out devils in thy name, and he followeth not us: and we forbade him, because he followeth not us. But Jesus said, Forbid him not: for there is no man which shall do a miracle in my name, that can lightly speak evil of me." Jesus Christ has given us Christians the right and authority to use his name. This means that Christians have been given the power of attorney. Legally, power of attorney is the authority to act in another person's behalf, at their request. It is authorization given by one person (Jesus) permitting another (Christians) to take action on his (Jesus Christ's) behalf. The name of Jesus Christ is not a magic word. The power is not even in saying words, but in understanding and believing all that the name of Jesus Christ signifies. His name represents all of His finished work on the cross, fulfilling God's plan of redemption and salvation, victory over sin, death, and over the devil's entire realm. When the name of Jesus Christ is invoked, it carries all of the power and distinction God gave to it. God raised Jesus from the dead, elevated Him to His right hand, and gave Jesus a name above "every name that is named, not only in this age but also in that which is to come." Sometimes afraid to speak or act in Jesus' name because of unbelief and little faith. "These things I have written to you who believe in the name of the Son of God, that you may know that you have eternal life, and that you may continue to believe in the name of the Son of God." (1 John 5:13. The name of the LORD is a strong tower; the righteous run to it and are safe Proverbs 18:10. Hearing his voice about a particular matter alleviate all fear.