Introduction
In this Newsletter, the testimony of the prophets concerning Christ Jesus as detailed in the Old Testament is further discussed.
The Power and Authority of Christ Jesus
It is an undeniable fact that all power belongs to the Messiah. As was revealed to Daniel the Prophet, and in his testimony, he writes:
“I saw in the night visions, and behold, one like the son of man came with the clouds of heaven and came to the Ancient of days, and they brought him near before him. And there was given him dominion, and glory, and a kingdom, that all people, nations, and languages, should serve him: his dominion is an everlasting dominion, which shall not pass away, and his kingdom that which shall not be destroyed” (Dan 7:13-14).
The above scripture speaks of Jesus Christ because He testifies and affirms that all power in heaven and on earth has been given to Him (Mat 28:18). His authority and power are to save and protect those who reverently run to Him for their salvation. This is the authority and power that He gives to His disciples (Luk 10:19). There is no person, an angel or a beast with such a great power and authority as the one possessed by Christ Jesus. It is read that the Son of man would come in the clouds with great power and glory (Mar 13:26). All knees shall bow to Him and all tongues shall confess Him as Lord (Php 2:9-11).
Jesus’ government is forever established by God. Isaiah intimates that there is no end to the increase of his government and peace. It was also prophesied that Christ would sit upon the throne of David, and upon His kingdom, to order it, and to establish it with judgment and with justice forever. This would not be performed by any man but the zeal of the LORD of hosts will do it (Isa 9:7).
The Son of David: The Historical Jesus
The name and the person of Christ Jesus are not fictitious but a historical one. As the Son of David, His genealogy could be traced back from Abraham as it is written:
“So all the generations from Abraham to David are fourteen generations; and from David until the carrying away into Babylon are fourteen generations; and from the carrying away into Babylon to Christ are fourteen generations” (Mat 1:17).
The blind man knows it well when he addresses Him, “saying, Jesus, thou son of David, have mercy on me” (Luk 18:38). Thus, Jesus, being the son of David (Mat 1:20, Mat 12:23, Mar 12:35, Rom 1:3), fulfill scriptures as prophesied by the Prophets. A careful study of the Old Testament reveals that Jesus is the person that God has accredited as the Savior of the world (Acts Acts 2:22).
Conclusion
Christ Jesus, the Son of God, who is also the Son of David, has been given all power, authority, glory, and honor to completely redeem those who are in bondage to sin and death. His authority and government are without measure. The Christ is the only one who has the power to restore peace to humanity.
Prayer: Our Lord God, may you enlighten us to understand and accept the person of Christ Jesus as our Savior and the Lord of our souls. AMEN!