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Introduction
Jesus, the Christ, is the central figure of Christianity, believed by Christians to be the incarnate Son of God, the Savior of humanity, and the fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies. His life, death, and resurrection are foundational to Christian faith and theology. The name "Jesus" is derived from the Hebrew name Yeshua, meaning "Yahweh is salvation," while "Christ" is the Greek equivalent of the Hebrew "Messiah," meaning "Anointed One."

Birth and Early Life
The birth of Jesus is recorded in the Gospels of Matthew and Luke. According to Matthew 1:18-25, Jesus was born to the Virgin Mary, conceived by the Holy Spirit, fulfilling the prophecy of Isaiah 7:14: "Behold, the virgin will be with child and will give birth to a son, and they will call Him Immanuel" . Luke 2:1-20 provides additional details, including the journey to Bethlehem and the announcement to the shepherds. Jesus' early life is marked by the visit of the Magi (Matthew 2:1-12), the flight to Egypt (Matthew 2:13-15), and His presentation at the temple (Luke 2:22-38).

Ministry
Jesus began His public ministry around the age of thirty, following His baptism by John the Baptist (Matthew 3:13-17). His ministry lasted approximately three years, during which He preached about the Kingdom of God, performed miracles, and taught in parables. Key events include the Sermon on the Mount (Matthew 5-7), the feeding of the 5,000 (John 6:1-14), and the raising of Lazarus (John 11:1-44). Jesus' teachings emphasized love, forgiveness, and repentance, encapsulated in the Great Commandment: "Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind" and "Love your neighbor as yourself" (Matthew 22:37-39).

Death and Resurrection
The crucifixion of Jesus is a pivotal event in Christian theology, seen as the atoning sacrifice for the sins of humanity. Jesus was arrested, tried, and sentenced to death by crucifixion under the Roman governor Pontius Pilate (Matthew 27:11-26). His death is described in all four Gospels, with Matthew 27:45-50 detailing the darkness that fell over the land and Jesus' final cry. The resurrection of Jesus, three days after His death, is celebrated as the cornerstone of Christian faith. According to Matthew 28:1-10, the women who visited the tomb found it empty, and Jesus appeared to His disciples, affirming His victory over sin and death.

Ascension and Second Coming
After His resurrection, Jesus appeared to His disciples over a period of forty days, teaching them about the Kingdom of God (Acts 1:3). His ascension into heaven is recorded in Acts 1:9-11, where two angels assure the disciples of His return: "This same Jesus, who has been taken from you into heaven, will come back in the same way you have seen Him go into heaven" . The Second Coming of Christ is a future event anticipated by Christians, when Jesus will return to judge the living and the dead and establish His eternal kingdom (Revelation 19:11-16).

Titles and Roles
Jesus is referred to by numerous titles and roles throughout the New Testament, each reflecting a different aspect of His identity and mission. He is called the "Lamb of God" (John 1:29), "Light of the World" (John 8:12), "Good Shepherd" (John 10:11), and "Prince of Peace" (Isaiah 9:6). As the "Word made flesh" (John 1:14), Jesus is the ultimate revelation of God to humanity. His role as Mediator is emphasized in 1 Timothy 2:5: "For there is one God and one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus" .

Significance in Christian Theology
The significance of Jesus in Christian theology cannot be overstated. He is the foundation of Christian doctrine, the fulfillment of the Law and the Prophets, and the means of reconciliation between God and humanity. The Apostle Paul summarizes the Gospel message in 1 Corinthians 15:3-4: "Christ died for our sins according to the Scriptures, that He was buried, that He was raised on the third day according to the Scriptures" . Jesus' life and teachings continue to inspire and guide Christians worldwide, shaping the moral and spiritual fabric of Christian communities.

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The day following Jesus would go forth into Galilee, and finds Philip, and said to him, Follow me.
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Conversation with Philip and Thomas. --Christ the Way. (John, xiv. ...
... of Jesus Christ in Its Historical Connexion. <. ... CHAPTER III. CHRIST'S LAST
DISCOURSES WITH HIS DISCIPLES. Section 273. Conversation with Philip and ...
/.../section 273 conversation with philip.htm

Philip and the Ethiopian
... Philip went down to the city of Samaria, where he told the people about Jesus,
the Christ. And the crowds, when they saw the miracles ...
/.../christianbookshelf.org/sherman/the childrens bible/philip and the ethiopian.htm

Found by Jesus, and Finding Jesus
... description of it: "The day following Jesus would go forth into Galilee, and findeth
Philip." Philip's account of the incident is that he found Christ; but the ...
/.../spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 40 1894/found by jesus and finding.htm

Philip, the Evangelist
... as thus he unfolded the first great principles of the Christian faith, Philip would
press ... in the name of Jesus Christ unto the remission of your sins; and ye ...
/.../milligan/men of the bible some lesser-known/philip the evangelist.htm

Acts of Saint Philip the Apostle when He Went to Upper Hellas.
... And their eyes were opened, and they all praised God with one mouth, saying: We
bless Thee, O Christ Jesus, the God of Philip, that thou hast driven the ...
/...//christianbookshelf.org/unknown/the acts of philip/acts of saint philip the.htm

The First Disciples: iii. Philip
... the demand which was an invitation, and the personal impression which He produced
upon Philip's heart, were the things that bound him to Jesus Christ for ever. ...
/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture i/the first disciples iii philip.htm

Philip the Evangelist
... brought, without feeling how different it might have been if those early days had
only continued.' Well, for Philip it was enough that Jesus Christ sent him to ...
/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture the acts/philip the evangelist 2.htm

Gentiles Seeking Christ.
... The answer of Christ may have been to Philip and Andrew, and the Greeks may ... neither
bond nor free, male nor female, Jew nor Greek, but all one in Christ Jesus. ...
/.../johnson/the new testament commentary vol iii john/gentiles seeking christ.htm

Philip is Baptised
... not known Me, Philip?' haunted his memory, because he bore the same name as the
Apostle of Galilee. That night he dreamed again that Jesus Christ appeared to ...
/.../chapter ix philip is baptised.htm

The Father Seen in Christ.
... To Philip's eager request Jesus replies: "Have I been so ... all whose unsatisfied craving
finds voice in Philip's request ... to God and to the future, Christ says: No ...
/.../dods/the expositors bible the gospel of st john vol ii/x the father seen in.htm