Chara-Joy 🌸

For Christians, the purpose of Jesus and what He means to us can be understood in a few clear, life-shaping truths drawn from Scripture.

1. Jesus reveals who God truly is

Jesus came to show us God’s heart. He didn’t just talk about God—He embodied Him.

“Anyone who has seen Me has seen the Father” (John 14:9).
Through Jesus, we see God’s love, mercy, holiness, and compassion in human form.

2. Jesus saves us from sin and restores our relationship with God

Humanity was separated from God because of sin. Jesus came to bridge that gap.

“The Son of Man came to seek and to save the lost” (Luke 19:10).
By His death on the cross, Jesus took the penalty for sin, offering forgiveness and new life to all who believe (Romans 5:8).

3. Jesus is Lord and King

Jesus is not only Savior but Lord—the rightful ruler of our lives.

“God has made this Jesus… both Lord and Christ” (Acts 2:36).
This means our lives find their true direction when we submit to His leadership, values, and truth.

4. Jesus gives us new life and identity

In Jesus, we are not defined by our past, mistakes, or labels.

“If anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation” (2 Corinthians 5:17).
He gives us purpose, worth, and a restored identity as God’s children.

5. Jesus shows us how to live

Jesus’ life and teachings—love, humility, forgiveness, truth—show us how to live in a way that honors God and blesses others (Matthew 5–7). He doesn’t just save us from something, but saves us for a transformed life.

6. Jesus gives us hope beyond this life

Jesus’ resurrection assures us that death is not the end.

“I am the resurrection and the life” (John 11:25).
He offers eternal life and the promise that suffering, injustice, and death will not have the final word.

In simple terms

Jesus means:

• God came near
• Sin can be forgiven
• Life can be changed
• Hope is secure
• Love has a name