Jesus Christ: Our Lord and Saviour, the Only True God

 Jesus Christ: Our Lord and Saviour, the Only True God

 The central truth of the Christian faith can be summed up in a single name: Jesus Christ. The Bible tells us plainly that He is “the way, and the truth, and the life” (John 14:6). He is not one among many paths to God, but the only way by which humanity can be reconciled to the Creator. As Lord and Saviour, Jesus came into the world not merely to teach morality or inspire good works, but to accomplish the most critical mission in history: the salvation of mankind from sin and eternal death.

The Only True God

 From the very first chapter of the Gospel of John, Scripture makes an unambiguous declaration about Jesus’ identity: “In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.” (John 1:1).

 “And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us.” (John 1:14)

  This is not the description of a prophet alone, nor of a wise teacher, but of God Himself taking on human nature. The Bible leaves no room for treating Jesus as simply one of many religious figures. As Thomas confessed after the resurrection, “My Lord and my God!” (John 20:28).

 The Old Testament had already prepared the way for this revelation. In Isaiah 45:22, God declared, “Turn to me and be saved, all the ends of the earth! For I am God, and there is no other.” Jesus fulfills this truth. He is not a lesser deity, not a created being, but the eternal Son of God — fully divine and fully human.

The Mission: Salvation of Mankind

 The purpose of Jesus’ coming is summed up in His own words: “For the Son of Man came to seek and to save the lost.” (Luke 19:10)

 Humanity’s deepest problem is not political instability, economic inequality, or lack of education — though these are serious concerns. Our ultimate problem is sin — the rebellion of the human heart against God. Romans 3:23 makes this clear: “For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God.”

 Sin brings death (Romans 6:23), not only physical death but spiritual separation from God. No human effort, religious ritual, or moral achievement could bridge that gap. That is why God Himself stepped into history in the person of Jesus Christ.

 John 3:16 expresses this mission with breathtaking simplicity: “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life.”

 This is not a vague offer of “spiritual improvement” but a rescue mission — to deliver us from the judgment our sins deserve and to bring us into eternal fellowship with God.

The Cross: Crucified for Our Sins

 At the heart of the Gospel is the crucifixion. Jesus did not die as a helpless victim of political forces. He went to the cross willingly, in obedience to the Father’s plan:  “No one takes it from me, but I lay it down of my own accord.” (John 10:18)

On that rough Roman cross outside Jerusalem, the sinless Son of God bore the full weight of humanity’s guilt. Isaiah 53, written centuries earlier, foretold this sacrifice: “He was pierced for our transgressions; he was crushed for our iniquities; upon him was the chastisement that brought us peace, and with his wounds we are healed.” (Isaiah 53:5)

 The New Testament echoes this truth repeatedly. Paul writes in 2 Corinthians 5:21: “For our sake he made him to be sin who knew no sin, so that in him we might become the righteousness of God.”

 Here lies the greatest exchange in history: our sin laid upon Him, His righteousness credited to us.

The Resurrection: Triumph Over Death

 If the story ended with Jesus’ death, it might still be a tale of noble sacrifice — but not of salvation. The resurrection changes everything. On the third day, the tomb was empty. The angel’s words still ring through history: “He is not here, for he has risen, as he said.” (Matthew 28:6)

 The resurrection is not a symbolic idea; it is a historical reality, witnessed by many. Paul reminds the Corinthians that Jesus “appeared to more than five hundred brothers at one time” (1 Corinthians 15:6). The risen Christ proved that sin and death had been conquered. His victory is not His alone but shared with all who belong to Him:  “Because I live, you also will live.” (John 14:19)

Without the resurrection, Christian faith would be meaningless (1 Corinthians 15:17). But because Jesus lives, our faith rests on a foundation that can never be shaken.

 Why He Is the Only Way

 In an age of religious pluralism, it may seem narrow to claim that Jesus is the only way to God. Yet this is not a human invention; it is Jesus’ own teaching:

 “No one comes to the Father except through me.” (John 14:6)

 Why is this the case? Because only Jesus deals with the real problem — the guilt and power of sin. Other philosophies may offer moral guidance or personal inspiration, but only the blood of Christ can cleanse us completely: “The blood of Jesus his Son cleanses us from all sin.” (1 John 1:7)

 This is why Peter boldly declared before the Sanhedrin: “And there is salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given among men by which we must be saved.” (Acts 4:12)

 The cross is not one of many ladders to heaven; it is the only bridge across the gulf between a holy God and sinful humanity.

Receiving This Salvation

 The work of salvation has been accomplished by Christ, but it must be personally received. The Bible calls us to respond with repentance and faith. Repentance is turning from sin; faith is trusting wholly in Jesus’ finished work. As Paul told the Philippian jailer: “Believe in the Lord Jesus, and you will be saved.” (Acts 16:31)

 Salvation is not earned; it is a gift: “For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God.” (Ephesians 2:8)

 To receive Christ is to acknowledge Him as Lord — surrendering our lives to His authority — and as Saviour, resting in His mercy.

Living Under His Lordship

 Jesus is not only Saviour; He is Lord. The early Christians proclaimed, “Jesus is Lord” (Romans 10:9) as a statement of allegiance, meaning that His authority stands above all earthly powers. To confess Jesus as Lord is to submit to His teaching, follow His example, and obey His commands.

  This Lordship is not oppressive but liberating. Jesus Himself says: “Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.” (Matthew 11:28)

 Under His rule, we find freedom from sin’s bondage and joy in serving the One who loved us enough to die for us.

The Hope of His Return

 The story of Jesus does not end with His ascension. The Bible promises that He will return in glory to judge the living and the dead, and to fully establish His kingdom: “And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and will take you to myself.” (John 14:3)

  For believers, this is not a cause for fear but for hope. The One who conquered the grave will one day wipe away every tear (Revelation 21:4). The salvation He began at the cross will be brought to its final perfection.

A Call to Faith

In the end, every person must answer the same question Jesus asked His disciples: “But who do you say that I am?” (Matthew 16:15)

Peter’s answer remains the confession of every true Christian: “You are the Christ, the Son of the living God.” (Matthew 16:16)

 This confession is not mere words; it is a declaration of trust. It is to say: “Jesus, You are my Lord and my Saviour. You alone are my hope, my refuge, my God.”

 Today, this invitation stands open. Whatever your past, whatever your burdens, the same Jesus who died and rose again calls you to Himself. His arms, once stretched wide on the cross, are open still.

 “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life.” (John 3:16)