The two most popular names believers use in speaking of our Lord are 1) Jesus and 2) Christ.
1) “Jesus” is a translation of the Hebrew word “Joshua” which means “Yahweh (Jehova) is Salvation”.
2) “Christ” is a transliteration of the Greek term “Christos”, meaning “Anointed
One” or “Messiah”. Going through the New Testament, many other names could be found namely:
1. Matthew 1:23, Immanuel – God with us.
Significance: Stands with us in all of life’s circumstances.
2. Matthew 18:11, Son of Man – Identifies with us in our humanity.
3. Mark 1:24, Holy One of God – Sinless in His nature.
4. Luke 1:47, Saviour – Delivers from sin and death.
5. John 1:1, The Word – Present with God at the Creation.
6. John 1:14, Only Begotten of the Father – The Unique, only Son of the Living God.
7. John 1:29, Lamb of God – Gave His life as a Sacrifice on our behalf.
8. John 6:35, Bread of Life – The One essential food.
9. John 9:5, Light of the World – Brings hope in the midst of darkness.
10. John 10:11, Good Shepherd – Provider and Caretaker.
11. Acts 3:22, Prophet – Faithful proclaimer of the Truths.
12. 1 Cor 2:8, Lord of Glory – The Power and Presence of the Living God.
13. 1 Cor 15:45, Adam, Last Adam – First of the new race of the Redeemed.
14. Gal 3:16, Seed of Abraham – Mediator of God’s Covenant.
15. Eph 2:20, Chief Cornerstone – A Sure Foundation for life.
16. Col 1:18, First Born from the dead –He leads us into resurrection and life.
17. 1 Tim 2:5, Mediator between God and man – He brings us into God’s presence, redeemed and forgiven.
18. Hebrew 3:1, High Priest – A perfect sacrifice for our sins.
19. Hebrew 13:20, Great Shepherd of the sheep – Trustworthy guide and protector.
20. 1 Pet 5:4, Chief Shepherd – Chief protector, sustainer and guide.
21. Rev 19:16, King of kings and Lord of lords – The Almighty, before whom every knee shall bow.
22. Rev 21:6, Alpha and Omega – The beginning and ending of all things.
Remember that you are loved and appreciated, Remain blessed and rapturable, Yours to reach this generation with the Gospel,
Rev. Dr. Daniel. O.C
Senior Pastor
DEEPER LIFE CHRISTIAN CENTRE, SINGAPORE
DLCC Internet Ministry