Messianic Expectations in Christianity, Islam, and Judaism
Comparison of Messianic Expectations (Judaism, Christianity, Islam) 🟦 1. Identity of the Messiah Religion Who is the Messiah? Judaism A…
Category: The Son
Historical Timeline of Jesus in Christianity, Islam, and Judaism
Historical Timeline: Development of Beliefs About Jesus 1️⃣ Before Jesus (1000 BC – 1 AD) Judaism Impact:Judaism enters the time…
Jesus in Christianity, Islam, and Judaism
🟦 1. Did Jesus ascend to Heaven? Religion Belief Christianity Yes. Jesus rose from the dead and ascended bodily into…
The Way of Jesus (Contents)
Part 1 – The Heart of Humility Without Fault Part 2 – The Power of Gentle Words Part 3 –…
Part 1 – The Heart of Humility Without Fault
Humility Without Fault: The Way of Jesus Theme Verse “Have this mind among yourselves, which is yours in Christ Jesus,…
Part 2 – The Power of Gentle Words
Humility Without Fault: The Way of Jesus Theme Verse “All spoke well of Him and were amazed at the gracious…
Part 3 – The Strength of Silence
Humility Without Fault: The Way of Jesus Theme Verse “But Jesus remained silent.”— Matthew 26:63 (NIV) “He was oppressed and…
Part 4 – The Language of Forgiveness
Humility Without Fault: The Way of Jesus Theme Verse “Jesus said, ‘Father, forgive them, for they do not know what…
Part 5 – The Speech of Restoration
Humility Without Fault: The Way of Jesus Theme Verse “When they had finished eating, Jesus said to Simon Peter, ‘Simon…
Part 6 – The Voice of Compassion
Humility Without Fault: The Way of Jesus Theme Verse “When the Lord saw her, His heart went out to her…
Part 7 – The Servant’s Tone
Humility Without Fault: The Way of Jesus Theme Verse “Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I…
Part 8 – The Humility of Listening
Humility Without Fault: The Way of Jesus Theme Verse “He asked them, ‘What are you discussing together as you walk…
Part 9 – The Surrendered Word
Humility Without Fault: The Way of Jesus Theme Verse “He withdrew about a stone’s throw beyond them, knelt down and…
Part 10 – The Eternal Example of Humility
Humility Without Fault: The Way of Jesus Theme Verse “Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in…
Father God Across ScirptureJesus Christ Across ScriptureThe Holy Spirit Across ScriptureThe Triune God Across Scripture
The Triune God Across Scripture (Contents)
Father God in the Old Testament Father God in the New Testament Father God in the Old and New Testaments…
Jesus Christ in the Old Testament
The Son – Jesus Christ in the Old Testament: Presence, Prophecy, and Prefiguration 1. Introduction Although the name “Jesus” does…
Jesus Christ in the New Testament
The Son – Jesus Christ in the New Testament: Revelation, Relationship, and Redemptive Authority 1. Introduction The New Testament (NT)…
Jesus Christ in the Old and New Testaments
The Son – Jesus Christ in the Old and New Testaments: Prefiguration, Incarnation, and Fulfilment 1. Introduction Christian theology affirms…
Father God Across ScirptureJesus Christ Across ScriptureThe Holy Spirit Across ScriptureThe Triune God Across Scripture
The Trinity in the Old Testament
The Trinity in the Old Testament: United Presence of Father, Son, and Holy Spirit 1. Introduction While the doctrine of…
Father God Across ScirptureJesus Christ Across ScriptureThe Holy Spirit Across ScriptureThe Triune God Across Scripture
The Trinity in the New Testament
The Trinity in the New Testament: The Fully Revealed Presence of Father, Son, and Holy Spirit 1. Introduction The New…
Father God Across ScirptureJesus Christ Across ScriptureThe Holy Spirit Across ScriptureThe Triune God Across Scripture
The Trinity Across Scripture
The Trinity Across Scripture: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit in Old and New Testament Unity 1. Introduction The doctrine of…
1: The Bread of Life – A Metaphor of Spiritual Nourishment and Eternal Life
📘 All Metaphors and Symbolic Sayings of Jesus John 6:35 1. Introduction In John 6:35, Jesus declares, “I am the…
2: The Light of the World – A Metaphor of Divine Revelation and Spiritual Guidance
📘 All Metaphors and Symbolic Sayings of Jesus John 8:12 1. Introduction Jesus proclaims, “I am the light of the…
3: The Door – A Metaphor of Access, Security, and Salvation
📘 All Metaphors and Symbolic Sayings of Jesus John 10:9 1. Introduction In John 10:9, Jesus proclaims, “I am the…
4: The Good Shepherd – A Metaphor of Sacrificial Leadership and Divine Care
📘 All Metaphors and Symbolic Sayings of Jesus John 10:11–15 1. Introduction In John 10:11, Jesus proclaims, “I am the…
5: The Resurrection and the Life – A Metaphor of Divine Authority Over Death
📘 All Metaphors and Symbolic Sayings of Jesus John 11:25–26 1. Introduction At the tomb of Lazarus, Jesus speaks a…
6: The Way, the Truth, and the Life – A Metaphor of Exclusive Access and Divine Fulfilment
📘 All Metaphors and Symbolic Sayings of Jesus John 14:6 1. Introduction In John 14:6, Jesus declares to Thomas, “I…
7: The True Vine – A Metaphor of Spiritual Union and Fruitfulness
📘 All Metaphors and Symbolic Sayings of Jesus John 15:1–5 1. Introduction In John 15:1, Jesus declares, “I am the…
8: The Bread of Life – A Metaphor of Spiritual Nourishment and Eternal Sustenance
📘 All Metaphors and Symbolic Sayings of Jesus John 6:35 1. Introduction In John 6:35, following the miraculous feeding of…
9: Living Water – A Metaphor of Inner Renewal and the Spirit’s Indwelling Power
📘 All Metaphors and Symbolic Sayings of Jesus John 4:10–14; John 7:37–39 1. Introduction Jesus introduces the metaphor of “living…
10: The Light of the World – A Metaphor of Revelation, Salvation, and Divine Presence
📘 All Metaphors and Symbolic Sayings of Jesus John 8:12 1. Introduction In John 8:12, Jesus proclaims, “I am the…
11: The Door – A Metaphor of Access, Protection, and Salvation
📘 All Metaphors and Symbolic Sayings of Jesus John 10:7–9 1. Introduction In John 10:7–9, Jesus declares, “I am the…
12: The Good Shepherd – A Metaphor of Sacrificial Care and Divine Leadership
📘 All Metaphors and Symbolic Sayings of Jesus John 10:11–15 1. Introduction Jesus states in John 10:11, “I am the…
13: The Resurrection and the Life – A Metaphor of Divine Power Over Death
📘 All Metaphors and Symbolic Sayings of Jesus John 11:25–26 1. Introduction In the face of Lazarus’s death, Jesus comforts…
14: The Way, the Truth, and the Life – A Metaphor of Exclusive Divine Access
📘 All Metaphors and Symbolic Sayings of Jesus John 14:6 1. Introduction On the eve of His crucifixion, Jesus comforts…
15: The True Vine – A Metaphor of Spiritual Union and Fruitfulness
📘 All Metaphors and Symbolic Sayings of Jesus John 15:1–5 1. Introduction In John 15:1–5, Jesus proclaims, “I am the…
16: The Bridegroom – A Metaphor of Covenant Love and Eschatological Expectation
📘 All Metaphors and Symbolic Sayings of Jesus Matthew 9:15; John 3:29 1. Introduction When Jesus refers to Himself as…
17: The Light of the World – A Metaphor of Divine Revelation and Moral Illumination
📘 All Metaphors and Symbolic Sayings of Jesus John 8:12 1. Introduction In John 8:12, Jesus proclaims, “I am the…
18: The Bread of Life – A Metaphor of Spiritual Nourishment and Eternal Satisfaction
📘 All Metaphors and Symbolic Sayings of Jesus John 6:35 1. Introduction Following the miraculous feeding of the 5,000, Jesus…
19: The Resurrection and the Life – A Metaphor of Victory Over Death and Eternal Identity
📘 All Metaphors and Symbolic Sayings of Jesus John 11:25–26 1. Introduction At the tomb of Lazarus, Jesus declares to…
20: The Way, the Truth, and the Life – A Metaphor of Exclusive Access to God and the Totality of Salvation
📘 All Metaphors and Symbolic Sayings of Jesus John 14:6 1. Introduction On the eve of His crucifixion, Jesus comforts…
21: The True Vine – A Metaphor of Spiritual Union and Fruitful Abiding
📘 All Metaphors and Symbolic Sayings of Jesus John 15:1–5 1. Introduction In the final discourse before His arrest, Jesus…
22: The Good Shepherd – A Metaphor of Divine Care, Sacrifice, and Intimacy
📘 All Metaphors and Symbolic Sayings of Jesus John 10:11–14 1. Introduction In a world filled with political manipulators, religious…
23: The Light of the World – A Metaphor of Revelation, Truth, and Divine Presence
📘 All Metaphors and Symbolic Sayings of Jesus John 8:12 1. Introduction In a world veiled in moral darkness and…
24: The Bread of Life – A Metaphor of Spiritual Nourishment and Eternal Satisfaction
📘 All Metaphors and Symbolic Sayings of Jesus John 6:35 1. Introduction In response to the crowd’s desire for another…
25: The Resurrection and the Life – A Metaphor of Eternal Power and Divine Authority over Death
📘 All Metaphors and Symbolic Sayings of Jesus John 11:25 1. Introduction Standing before the tomb of Lazarus, Jesus proclaims,…
26: The Way, the Truth, and the Life – A Metaphor of Exclusive Salvation and Divine Revelation
📘 All Metaphors and Symbolic Sayings of Jesus John 14:6 1. Introduction On the eve of His crucifixion, Jesus reassures…
27: The True Vine – A Metaphor of Union, Fruitfulness, and Spiritual Dependence
📘 All Metaphors and Symbolic Sayings of Jesus John 15:1–5 1. Introduction In His farewell discourse, Jesus offers one of…
28: The Good Shepherd – A Metaphor of Divine Care, Sacrifice, and Covenant Fulfilment
📘 All Metaphors and Symbolic Sayings of Jesus John 10:11–15 1. Introduction Jesus declares: “I am the good shepherd. The…
29: The Light of the World – A Metaphor of Revelation, Purity, and Divine Presence
📘 All Metaphors and Symbolic Sayings of Jesus John 8:12 1. Introduction Jesus proclaims, “I am the light of the…
30: The Rock – A Metaphor of Strength, Stability, and Divine Provision
📘 All Metaphors and Symbolic Sayings of Jesus 1 Corinthians 10:4 1. Introduction In 1 Corinthians 10:4, the Apostle Paul…
31: The Resurrection and the Life – A Metaphor of Divine Authority over Death and Eternal Hope
📘 All Metaphors and Symbolic Sayings of Jesus John 11:25–26 1. Introduction At the tomb of Lazarus, Jesus makes a…
32: The Alpha and the Omega – A Metaphor of Eternal Sovereignty and Divine Completion
📘 All Metaphors and Symbolic Sayings of Jesus Revelation 22:13 1. Introduction Jesus declares in Revelation 22:13, “I am the…
33: The Bridegroom – A Metaphor of Covenant, Joy, and Divine Intimacy
📘 All Metaphors and Symbolic Sayings of Jesus Matthew 25:1–13 1. Introduction In Matthew 25:1–13, Jesus tells the Parable of…
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35: The Temple Rebuilt in Three Days – A Metaphor of Resurrection and Divine Indwelling
📘 All Metaphors and Symbolic Sayings of Jesus John 2:19–21 1. Introduction Jesus made a bold and enigmatic statement in…
36: The Door – A Metaphor of Access, Salvation, and Divine Security
📘 All Metaphors and Symbolic Sayings of Jesus John 10:9 1. Introduction In John 10:9, Jesus states: “I am the…
37: The Vine and the Branches – A Metaphor of Union, Fruitfulness, and Spiritual Dependence
📘 All Metaphors and Symbolic Sayings of Jesus John 15:1–5 1. Introduction In John 15:1–5, Jesus presents Himself as “the…
38: The Good Shepherd – A Metaphor of Divine Care, Sacrifice, and Covenant Protection
📘 All Metaphors and Symbolic Sayings of Jesus John 10:11–18 1. Introduction In John 10:11, Jesus declares, “I am the…
39: The Light of the World – A Metaphor of Divine Revelation, Guidance, and Salvation
📘 All Metaphors and Symbolic Sayings of Jesus John 8:12 1. Introduction Jesus declares in John 8:12, “I am the…
40: The Salt of the Earth – A Metaphor of Preservation, Value, and Witness
📘 All Metaphors and Symbolic Sayings of Jesus Matthew 5:13 1. Introduction In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus proclaims…
41: The Sheep – A Metaphor of Dependence, Vulnerability, and Discipleship
📘 All Metaphors and Symbolic Sayings of Jesus John 10:27; Matthew 10:16; Luke 15:4–7 1. Introduction Throughout the Gospels, Jesus…
42: The Lost Sheep – A Metaphor of Divine Pursuit, Redemption, and Joy
📘 All Metaphors and Symbolic Sayings of Jesus Luke 15:4–7 1. Introduction In Luke 15:4–7, Jesus tells the parable of…
43: Sheep Among Wolves – A Metaphor of Vulnerable Mission and Spirit-Led Discernment
📘 All Metaphors and Symbolic Sayings of Jesus Matthew 10:16 1. Introduction In Matthew 10:16, Jesus warns His disciples, “Behold,…
44: The Pearl of Great Price – A Metaphor of Incomparable Value and Sacrificial Devotion
📘 All Metaphors and Symbolic Sayings of Jesus Matthew 13:45–46 1. Introduction In one of His shortest parables, Jesus says:…
45: The Mustard Seed – A Metaphor of Humble Beginnings and Expansive Kingdom Growth
📘 All Metaphors and Symbolic Sayings of Jesus Matthew 13:31–32 1. Introduction Jesus proclaimed, “The kingdom of heaven is like…
46: The Yeast in the Dough – A Metaphor of Silent Influence and Transformative Power
📘 All Metaphors and Symbolic Sayings of Jesus Matthew 13:33 1. Introduction In Matthew 13:33, Jesus declares: “The kingdom of…
47: The Treasure Hidden in a Field – A Metaphor of Joyful Surrender and the Hidden Glory of the Kingdom
📘 All Metaphors and Symbolic Sayings of Jesus Matthew 13:44 1. Introduction Jesus teaches, “The kingdom of heaven is like…
48: The Net Cast into the Sea – A Metaphor of Universal Invitation and Final Separation
📘 All Metaphors and Symbolic Sayings of Jesus Matthew 13:47–50 1. Introduction Jesus says, “The kingdom of heaven is like…
49: The Lost Sheep – A Metaphor of Individual Worth and Divine Pursuit
📘 All Metaphors and Symbolic Sayings of Jesus Luke 15:1–7; Matthew 18:12–14 1. Introduction Jesus asks, “Suppose one of you…
50: The Lost Coin – A Metaphor of Diligent Search and Inestimable Worth
📘 All Metaphors and Symbolic Sayings of Jesus Luke 15:8–10 1. Introduction In Luke 15:8–10, Jesus likens the Kingdom to…
51: The Lost Son (The Prodigal Son) – A Metaphor of Rebellion, Repentance, and Relational Restoration
📘 All Metaphors and Symbolic Sayings of Jesus Luke 15:11–32 1. Introduction Jesus concludes His trilogy of lost parables with…
52: The Faithful and Wise Servant – A Metaphor of Watchful Stewardship and Prepared Accountability
📘 All Metaphors and Symbolic Sayings of Jesus Luke 12:42–48; Matthew 24:45–51 1. Introduction Jesus presents a metaphor comparing the…
53: The Ten Virgins – A Metaphor of Spiritual Readiness and Final Exclusion
📘 All Metaphors and Symbolic Sayings of Jesus Matthew 25:1–13 1. Introduction Jesus compares the Kingdom of Heaven to ten…
54: The Talents – A Metaphor of Faithful Stewardship and Eternal Consequence
📘 All Metaphors and Symbolic Sayings of Jesus Matthew 25:14–30 1. Introduction Jesus tells of a man who, before leaving…
55: The Sheep and the Goats – A Metaphor of Final Judgement and True Righteousness
📘 All Metaphors and Symbolic Sayings of Jesus Matthew 25:31–46 1. Introduction In one of His most sobering eschatological parables,…
56: The Cup – A Metaphor of Suffering, Divine Wrath, and Redemptive Obedience
📘 All Metaphors and Symbolic Sayings of Jesus Luke 22:42; Matthew 26:39; John 18:11 1. Introduction In the Garden of…
57: The Grain of Wheat – A Metaphor of Death that Brings Life
📘 All Metaphors and Symbolic Sayings of Jesus John 12:24 1. Introduction As Jesus approaches His crucifixion, He proclaims a…
58: The Yoke – A Metaphor of Discipleship, Rest, and Covenant Partnership
📘 All Metaphors and Symbolic Sayings of Jesus Matthew 11:28–30 1. Introduction “Take my yoke upon you and learn from…
59: The Sign of Jonah – A Metaphor of Death, Burial, and Resurrection
📘 All Metaphors and Symbolic Sayings of Jesus Matthew 12:39–41; Luke 11:29–32 1. Introduction When sceptical religious leaders demanded a…
60: The Wedding Banquet – A Metaphor of the Kingdom’s Invitation and Final Judgment
📘 All Metaphors and Symbolic Sayings of Jesus Matthew 22:1–14 1. Introduction In the Parable of the Wedding Banquet, Jesus…
61: The Vine and the Branches – A Metaphor of Abiding Life and Fruitfulness
📘 All Metaphors and Symbolic Sayings of Jesus John 15:1–5 1. Introduction “I am the true vine, and you are…
62: The Living Water – A Metaphor of Spiritual Satisfaction and Eternal Life
📘 All Metaphors and Symbolic Sayings of Jesus John 4:10–14; John 7:37–39 1. Introduction To a Samaritan woman at a…
Messianic Witnesses from the Nations (Contents)
Wise Men (Magi) Roman Centurion of Great Faith Ethiopian Eunuch Cornelius the Centurion Lydia of Thyatira Samaritan Woman at the…
Biblical Background of Roles & RealmsBiblical Background of Roles & RealmsMessianic Witnesses from the Nations
Wise Men (Magi)
1. Name / Role Wise Men (Magi) 2. Category God-Fearing Outsiders or Messianic Witnesses 3. Time Period / Biblical Context…
Biblical Background of Roles & RealmsBiblical Background of Roles & RealmsMessianic Witnesses from the Nations
Roman Centurion of Great Faith
1. Name / Role Roman Centurion of Great Faith 2. Category God-Fearing Outsiders or Messianic Witnesses 3. Time Period /…
Biblical Background of Roles & RealmsBiblical Background of Roles & RealmsMessianic Witnesses from the Nations
Ethiopian Eunuch
1. Name / Role Ethiopian Eunuch 2. Category God-Fearing Outsiders or Messianic Witnesses 3. Time Period / Biblical Context The…
Biblical Background of Roles & RealmsBiblical Background of Roles & RealmsMessianic Witnesses from the Nations
Cornelius the Centurion
1. Name / Role Cornelius the Centurion 2. Category God-Fearing Outsiders or Messianic Witnesses 3. Time Period / Biblical Context…
Biblical Background of Roles & RealmsBiblical Background of Roles & RealmsMessianic Witnesses from the Nations
Lydia of Thyatira
1. Name / Role Lydia of Thyatira 2. Category God-Fearing Outsiders or Messianic Witnesses 3. Time Period / Biblical Context…
Biblical Background of Roles & RealmsBiblical Background of Roles & RealmsMessianic Witnesses from the Nations
Samaritan Woman at the Well
1. Name / Role Samaritan Woman at the Well 2. Category God-Fearing Outsiders or Messianic Witnesses 3. Time Period /…
Biblical Background of Roles & RealmsBiblical Background of Roles & RealmsMessianic Witnesses from the Nations
Syrophoenician (Canaanite) Woman
1. Name / Role Syrophoenician (Canaanite) Woman 2. Category God-Fearing Outsiders or Messianic Witnesses 3. Time Period / Biblical Context…
Biblical Background of Roles & RealmsBiblical Background of Roles & RealmsMessianic Witnesses from the Nations
Gerizim Demoniac (Legion)
1. Name / Role Gerizim Demoniac (Legion) 2. Category God-Fearing Outsiders or Messianic Witnesses 3. Time Period / Biblical Context…
Biblical Background of Roles & RealmsBiblical Background of Roles & RealmsMessianic Witnesses from the Nations
Simon of Cyrene
1. Name / Role Simon of Cyrene 2. Category God-Fearing Outsiders or Messianic Witnesses 3. Time Period / Biblical Context…
Biblical Background of Roles & RealmsBiblical Background of Roles & RealmsMessianic Witnesses from the Nations
Greeks Seeking Jesus at the Festival
1. Name / Role Greeks Seeking Jesus at the Festival 2. Category God-Fearing Outsiders or Messianic Witnesses 3. Time Period…
Biblical Background of Roles & RealmsBiblical Background of Roles & RealmsMessianic Witnesses from the Nations
Unnamed God-Fearers (in Acts)
1. Name / Role Unnamed God-Fearers (in Acts) 2. Category God-Fearing Outsiders or Messianic Witnesses 3. Time Period / Biblical…
Biblical Background of Roles & RealmsBiblical Background of Roles & RealmsMessianic Witnesses from the Nations
Pilate’s Wife
1. Name / Role Pilate’s Wife 2. Category God-Fearing Outsiders or Messianic Witnesses 3. Time Period / Biblical Context Pilate’s…
Biblical Background of Roles & RealmsBiblical Background of Roles & RealmsMessianic Witnesses from the Nations
The Thief on the Cross
1. Name / Role The Thief on the Cross 2. Category God-Fearing Outsiders or Messianic Witnesses 3. Time Period /…
Biblical Background of Roles & RealmsBiblical Background of Roles & RealmsMessianic Witnesses from the Nations
The Roman Centurion at the Cross
1. Name / Role The Roman Centurion at the Cross 2. Category God-Fearing Outsiders or Messianic Witnesses 3. Time Period…
Biblical Background of Roles & RealmsBiblical Background of Roles & RealmsMessianic Witnesses from the Nations
The Greeks Converted in Antioch
1. Name / Role The Greeks Converted in Antioch 2. Category God-Fearing Outsiders or Messianic Witnesses 3. Time Period /…
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Paul’s Christology, Ethics, and Church (Contents)
1. Paul’s Proof of Jesus as the Christ: Scriptural, Historical, and Theological Foundations 2. The Divine and Human Messiah: Incarnation…