Key Points

Jesus declares, “I am the first and the last, and the living one.” He is alive forevermore and has authority over death.

He is our risen Lord and is actively present with us today through the indwelling Holy Spirit.

Jesus is our great High Priest who sympathizes with our weaknesses and intercedes for us at the right hand of the Father.

Because of His sacrifice, we can draw near to the throne of grace with confidence to receive mercy and help.

He is the head of the church, not a pastor or program, but Christ Himself rules and leads His body.

Jesus is the good Shepherd who knows His sheep, lays down His life for them, and protects them from the wolf.

He is our advocate with the Father. When we sin, we have a righteous defender who has already paid our penalty.

Knowing who Jesus “is” right now should fill us with confidence, peace, and a desire to surrender control and draw near to Him.

Discussion Questions

Pastor Bob emphasized that Jesus is alive forevermore. How does this reality change the way you face fear, anxiety, or uncertainty?

Hebrews 4 tells us Jesus is our great High Priest who sympathizes with our weaknesses. What weakness or struggle do you need to bring to Him this week?

Jesus is the head of the church. How does this truth affect how we view leadership, decisions, and unity in the body of Christ?

As the good Shepherd, Jesus knows His sheep intimately. In what area of your life do you need His protection or guidance right now?

1 John 2 says we have an advocate with the Father. How does knowing Jesus defends you change the way you respond when you fail or sin?

The sermon encouraged us to preach the gospel to ourselves daily. What is one truth about who Jesus “is” that you want to remind yourself of this week?

If Jesus is alive, present, and interceding for you right now, what is one practical step you can take to draw nearer to Him?