November 22, 2022

Passion is a strong feeling of love, hate or anger. Passion of Jesus is the great sufferings of Jesus, which  was a deep emotional anguish. Learning outcomes  By the end of this topic, you should be able to: Discuss the events of the Lord’s supper State relevance of the Lord’s supper to Christians today Describe the events that took place at mount Olives Describe the events that took place between the arrest and burial of Jesus Relate the relevance of the sufferings and death of Jesus to Christians today Explain the importance of resurrection of Jesus to Christians Describe the resurrection of Jesus – the evidence of his resurrection Narrate the ascension of Jesus The plot against Jesus  The Jewish religious leaders were determined to ensure that Jesus was either arrested or killed (Lk.22: 1 – 6) They were helped by Satan who entered into Judas Iscariot one of the twelve disciples of Jesus. Judas  decided to betray Jesus. He communed with the Jewish leaders who agreed to pay him money to betray Jesus. He searched for a way to betray Jesus without knowledge of Jesus. He forgot who was Jesus. Judas agreed to betray Jesus probably because: He belonged to the party of Zealots who wanted political changes He was probably frustrated by Jesus’ approach to the Kingdom of God which was establishing a peaceful spiritual kingdom He expected Jesus to establish a political kingdom He was greedy for money Satan entered him   LESSON ONE: THE LORDS SUPPERS/ THE LAST SUPPER. LK 22: 7 – 13 The last supper was the lost Passover meal that Jesus took before his arrest. Passover is celebrated in  obedience to God’s command to Moses. It is a remembrance of Israel’s deliverance by God from slavery  in Egypt. The Passover meal Preparations for the Passover, Read Luke 22: 7 – 23.  Peter and John were sent by Jesus to go and prepare the Passover meal. They were to do so in a house  in the city. They were taken to the house by, a man who was carrying a vessel of water. They were given  a big furnished upper room upstairs. They prepared the Passover meal as instructed by Jesus. Passover meal  During the meal with the 12 disciples / apostles Jesus told them that this was going to be his last meal  with them before his death. He took a cup of wine gave thanks to God and said “Take this and share it  among yourselves. I tell you that from now on I will not drink this wine until the Kingdom of God  comes.” The cup of wine was his blood that he was going to shed for them. Wine therefore symbolized  the blood of Jesus, shed for the purification of humankind and forgiveness of sins. This blood is the New Testament and covenant with Christians. After drinking of wine, He “took a piece of bread, gave thanks to God “ and shared it and told them that  the piece of bread represented his body which is “given for them”.  He presented his death as a sacrifice whose blood sealed the new covenant. His death replaced the  sacrifices of the Old law, those of animals, which sealed the Sinai covenant. The new covenant will be for all people including Gentiles. This is to fulfil God’s promise of salvation for all people. Jesus and disciples ate Passover together so that henceforth Christians would eat the meal together in  remembrance of Jesus. Passover was initially taken to remind them of the deliverance from Egypt. But  during the last supper, Jesus gave the Passover a new meaning. As they ate, Jesus foretold of his betrayal by one of his disciple. SAQ. Which items were used to celebrate the Passover in the Old Testament? ii. What items do modern Christians use to celebrate the Lord’s Supper? Comparisons of the Lord’s Supper and the Passover The Passover commemorates the divine act of redemption of the Jews from their bondage in Egypt while the Last Supper commemorates the deliverance of human kind from sin. The Passover feast reminded the Israelites that they were free, redeemed people while the Lords Suppers is to remind Christians of their forgiveness of sins. The death of Jesus set Christians free from  sins. Passover was followed by the Old covenant of Mount Sinai. The Lords suppers is a new covenant based on the death of Jesus for sins of humankind Passover (Old testament) was sealed by the blood of Lambs while New Covenant (Lords suppers) is sealed by the blood of Jesus on the cross. Items for celebrating in Passover (old testament) are different from the cup of wine and pieces of bread used by Jesus to celebrate his last supper with the disciples. Relevance of the Lord’s Supper today  Christians celebrate the Lords supper. This celebration is called the Eucharist, the Lords suppers, or  Lords meal. Christians celebrate it as an act of repentance; through which they receive assurance of  forgiveness of their sins. The presence of Jesus becomes a reality when Christians share bread and wine. Bread and wine are symbols of heavenly feast, which Christians will partake in God’s kingdom. The Lords supper is also a sacrifice of praise and thanksgiving to God. It is a time for rededication to  Christ and self-renewal. Through the celebration of the Lords supper, Christians anticipate the second  coming of Jesus and the establishment of Gods Kingdom. It is also a time to remember the death and  resurrection of Jesus and reflect on God’s love for humankind. The Argument about Greatness. Read Luke, 22: 24 – 30 A question arose among the disciples. They wanted to know who among them was the greatest? Jesus  told them that they do not belong to the world system of authority given on the basis of wealth and  fame. The authority among the disciples will be determined on the basis of their service to others. The  greatest is the servant. Jesus likened himself to a servant hence disciples are

Lesson Outcomes. By the end of this topic, you should: Describe the triumphant entry of Jesus into Jerusalem Narrate events in the cleansing of the temple Discuss Jesus’ teachings about eschatology LESSON ONE: THE TRIUMPHANT ENTRY OF JESUS TO JERUSALEM LK. 19:28 – 40 Learning outcomes. By the end of this lesson, you should Explain why Jesus rode on a young colt into Jerusalem Discuss why Jesus wept over Jerusalem Describe what Jesus did when he went to the temple The triumphant approach to Jerusalem. Luke 19: 28- 40. Jesus death had to happen in Jerusalem. Hence Jesus went to Jerusalem. He sent two disciples to a place  where there was a colt (young donkey) that no person had ever ridden. They took it to Jesus. They threw  their garments on the colt, and Jesus sat on it. As Jesus rode, people spread their clothes on the road. As Jesus neared Jerusalem, a “large crowd of his disciples began to” praise God (vs37). The crowd said  ‘blessed be the king who comes in the name of the lord’. The Pharisees told Jesus to rebuke the disciples. Jesus told them if the disciples kept quiet the stones  would start shouting. Jesus made his entry into Jerusalem in a royal (kingly) procession. He was Israel’s humble king who came  with peace and not a political leader. He rode on a donkey – a symbol of peace. This was unlike the  political kings who rode on the horses during that time.  b. Jesus weeps over Jerusalem. Read, Luke 41- 44. When Jesus was near Jerusalem he wept. He then foretold the coming destruction of Jerusalem due to  its rejection of the messiah. The rejoicing of his triumphant entry to Jerusalem turned to mourning as he foretold the destruction of  Jerusalem by Romans in 70 A.D. Jesus goes to the temple. Read Luke 19:45 – 48. Jesus went to Jerusalem temple and evicted traders. He told them that the house of God is a house of  prayer not a den of thieves. Jeremiah spoke these same words during his temple sermon. The chief  priests and scribes began planning how to kill Jesus.   LESSON TWO. PHARISEES, SCRIBES QUESTION JESUS. LUKE 20 1-47 Learning outcomes. By the end of the lesson you should be able to: – Describe the question about the authority of Jesus Describe the parable of the tenants in the vineyard Describe the question about paying taxes Describe the question about resurrection Describe Jesus’ teachings against the teachers of law Describe the parable of the widow’s offering The question about Jesus’ authority. Read Luke, 20:1 – 8. The Jewish leaders wanted to know from Jesus by whose authority he was doing all the things he was  doing. In response Jesus asked them “did John’s right to baptize come from God or from human beings?” (Vs4). They discussed among themselves and decided not answer. Jesus told them “neither will I tell you”. In  response to his authority being questioned he told a parable.  b. The parable of the Tenants in the Vineyard. Read the parable in Luke, 20: 9 – 18. The tenants refused to pay the owner of the vineyard his share of  the harvest. They threw out the servants he sent to collect his share of the harvest. When he sent his  son, they killed him so that they can own the vineyard. Jesus asked the people… “What will the owner of  the vineyard do to the tenants?” The Question about paying taxes. Read Luke 20:19-28 Pharisees, and scribes (teachers of the law) and chief priests planned to arrest Jesus but they were  afraid of the people. They sent spies to trick Jesus by asking this question-” …is it against our law for us  to pay taxes to the Roman Empire, or not? Jesus used the currency and told them “pay the Emperor Caesar what belongs to him and pay God what  belongs to God.” (Verse 25) This was a tricky question. Jesus here teachers people to obey the rules of the land and to obey God’s  rules. The Question about Resurrection The Sadducees who did not believe in resurrection tempted Jesus with another question. They wanted  to know this. When resurrection comes, who shall be the husband to a woman who was married to the  first brother and inherited as a widow by the other six brothers? Jesus told them the men and women who shall be worthy of resurrection shall not marry. They shall be  like angels and cannot die (verse 34 to 38) Jesus warns against the Teachers of the law Jesus warned his disciples. Be careful and guard yourselves against teachers of the law, the scribes. They  were hypocritical. They wore long robes, said long prayers, looked for positions of honor and exploited  the widows. The Widow’s Offering. Luke, 21: 1- 4 When people were giving offerings in the temple, a widow gave “two little copper coins”. Jesus said the poor widow had given all she had. Likewise Christians should give to God not to be seen but from their  hearts. It is not the quantity of the gift that matters but the attitude of the giver.   LESSON THREE: THE TEACHINGS OF JESUS ABOUT ESCHATOLOGY LK. 21: 5 – 38 Eschatology is from two Greek words, ‘eschatus’ and ‘logos’. Eschatus means end, Logos means study. Eschatology means the study of the end times or in CRE the last days of Jesus. For biblical information,  read Luke 21:5-38 and Mathew 24: 1 – 36 and Mark 13:1-31. Learning outcomes. After this lesson, you should: Identify signs of end times State uses of the temple during the time of Jesus Discuss ways in which Christians can apply the parable of the fig tree State relevance of Jesus’ teachings on eschatology Signs of the end times. Jesus gave many signs that will inform Christians that end of the time has  come. These were to happen at different times. The signs were: Destruction of the temple of Jerusalem by invading

Introduction  As Jesus travelled to Jerusalem, He prepared His disciples for the life they were to lead after He leaves  them. Learning Outcomes. By the end of the topic, you should be able to  a Identify duties and privileges and cost of a disciple. Describe the teachings of Jesus on prayer, hypocrisy, wealth and watchfulness’. Describe parables Jesus used to teach about prayer, hypocrisy, wealth and watchfulness.   LESSON ONE. DUTIES, PRIVILEGES AND COST OF DISCIPLESHIP Lesson Outcomes. When you read this lesson, you should: Explain discipleship List duties given to disciples by Jesus Christ Explain relevance of Christian discipleship to modern Church Jesus’ teaching on faith and humility  A brief summary from the Bible. Read (Luke 9: 37 – 50) for details. After the transfiguration, Jesus used  two incidents to teach his disciples about faith and humility. One incident was the healing of a boy  possessed by an evil spirit (Luke 9: 37 –43). Jesus rebuked the unclean spirit out of the boy and the boy  was healed. Jesus told His disciples that their lack of faith was the reason why they did not cure the boy. Jesus informed his disciples that faith in him was important when carrying out his work. Jesus’ teaching on His Work  The next question was ….. who is to work for Jesus? All Christians can work for Jesus even believers who  are gentiles. Read (Luke 9 vs. 49 – 50). Jesus told his disciples not to forbid others from carrying out his  work for whoever is not against Him is for Him. This means that whoever had faith; even the Gentiles  could carry out Jesus work. Jesus’ teaching on His followers  Jesus was determined to go to Jerusalem. As He travelled, men volunteered to follow him wherever he  was going. Jesus replied that foxes have holes, birds of the air have nests but the Son of Man has  nowhere to lay his head. Jesus had no earthly home. His mission on earth was only for a time. A man  requested to follow Jesus but asked permission to bury his father. Jesus told him to let the dead bury  their dead. Disciples of Jesus have to leave their families in order to do His Work. Mission of the 72 men. Read Luke 10:1 – 24 On the way to Jerusalem, Jesus sent out 72 disciples on a mission to promote the Gospel of the Kingdom  of God through preaching and service. The 72 disciples were sent in 2s in order to encourage or help  each other. The 72 were given instructions. Jesus told them that He has given them power over demons,  serpents, scorpion. They have power over all the powers of Satan. When disciples returned, they  reported that demons obeyed them. In Luke 10 verse 20, Jesus asked the 72 to rejoice not because  demons flee but because their names are written in heaven. Out of the many followers, Jesus chose 12  apostles who learnt from Jesus and became His witnesses. Jesus’ teaching on the greatest disciple Read (Luke 9: 46- 48). The disciples asked themselves– who is the greatest amongst disciples amongst  the 12 disciples? In response Jesus took a child by His side and said to the disciples. Whoever welcomes  this child in my name, welcomes me, as well as the one who sent me. For the one who is least amongst  you shall be the greatest in Heaven. Lessons from this example. Jesus explained that His disciples  needed values of humility and simplicity. These virtues were needed to carry out the work of  discipleship. Teaching about Discipleship True followers of Jesus Christ must Be ready to detach themselves from families and material possessions. Be ready to face rejections because not all people will accept them or their message. Be ready to serve. Be ready to cater for people’s physical needs. Be self – less. Not be hypocrites and should accept hospitality whenever it is given. Be able to exercise self-evaluation. Duties of a disciple were: To preach the good news of salvation to other people and be ready to suffer for the sake of Christ. Obey God’s commandments and follow teachings of Jesus. To help the needy spiritually and with material needs. To teach others about the Kingdom of God. To heal the sick. To cast out demons. Be prepared to suffer for the sake of the gospel. Being loyal to Jesus and faithful to the gospel. Commitment and loyalty Privileges of a disciple One becomes a member of the Kingdom of God. They get an assurance of eternal life. They receive joy of winning other people to follow Jesus. They receive peace, and blessings of God. How are these teachings relevant to modern church leaders and members?  Modern church leaders have a duty to continue preaching God’s word to all people. They should serve  God in several ministries such as visiting the sick, caring for orphans, the destitute, widows, widowers,  and the aged. They should also be ready to suffer and even face rejection for the sake of the Christ. Exercise  What are the characteristics of a true follower of Christ? 2. State the privileges of being a disciple of Jesus Christ Why did Jesus choose the 12 disciples?   LESSON TWO: A COMMITTED FOLLOWER OF CHRIST Read Luke 10: 25-37, and Luke 11: 1-13  a. The parable of the Good Samaritan A teacher of law asked Jesus questions in order to tempt him. One was “ what must I do to receive  eternal life? (Read Luke 10: 25 to 28). Jesus replied with a question. What do the scriptures say? He  replied and Jesus told him to do as the scripture say. . He asked another question. Who is my neighbour?  (Luke 10 v 29). Jesus answered with the parable of the Good Samaritan. In this parable, the righteous  people among the Jews, Levites and priests, did not help the injured man. A Samaritan whom Jews  considered unclean and sinners helped him. After narrating this parable Jesus

John the Baptist and Jesus Christ  Learning Outcomes. By the end of this topic, you should: Explain the teachings of John the Baptist Describe the baptism and temptation of Jesus and its relevance to Christians today. Give reasons as to why Jesus was rejected at Nazareth Describe the first miracles of Jesus at Capernaum LESSON ONE. THE PREACHING OF JOHN THE BAPTIST (Luke3: 1 – 20) John the Baptist preached about Baptism of repentance for the forgiveness of sins. Baptism means to dip in water’. Repentance means ‘change of heart/mind, turning around. Baptism was a symbol of repentance, which means a total  change heart/mind, a confession of sins). Baptism of water was a preparation of the baptism of fire and  Holy Spirit by Jesus. He warned people of God’s coming Judgment. The religious leaders stressed outward observance of the law rather than inner righteousness. John the Baptist told them to bear fruits worthy of repentance. He told them to live righteous lives and not as hypocrites (brood of vipers). Religious leaders also  assumed that since they were descendants of Abraham, God would not punish them. He warned them  that God could raise descendants of Abraham from stones. He announced the coming of the Messiah as Judge. John the Baptist became famous that some thought he is the promised messiah. He however pointed to a messiah who will not baptize with water  but with the Holy Ghost and fire (Jesus Christ). ‘ He preached on social justice. He taught, emphasized, advised: That those who have should share with those who do not have The need for fairness and honesty for example tax collectors not to collect more than what was  required. That soldiers should not to abuse their power by accusing others falsely, robbing. They were told to  be content with their wages. 6. He condemned King Herod’s immoral behaviour. King Herod had married Herodians – his own  brother’s wife. Herod imprisoned John the Baptist and this led to his death (Luke 3 v.22) Summary of the teachings of John the Baptist  He taught on repentance and forgiveness of sins. He warned people of God’s coming judgment. He announced the coming of the messiah who would be judge. ‘ He preached on social justice. Those who have should share with the poor. He emphasized the need for fairness and honesty. He warned against abuse of power by those in power and authority. He condemned taking of bribes, corruption and over taxation. He condemned sexual immorality (adultery). Relevance of the teachings of John the Baptist to Christians today  The teachings challenge Christians to be fair, honest, and just in their dealings with other people. Christians should avoid being hypocritical to one another. Christians need to know that God will judge  them for their wrongdoing. Hence Christian should repent their sins sincerely and seek forgiveness. Christians should warn non-believers of the coming judgment. They should preach against evils without  fear; and avoid corruption, and sexual immorality. Christians should live together in harmony. Baptism  was important to Christians. Group Activity. Read Luke and find out how John the Baptist was killed, why and by whom   LESSON TWO. THE BAPTISM OF JESUS AND ITS RELEVANCE TODAY Learning Outcomes. By the end of this lesson, you should be able to:  a. Describe the baptism of Jesus Christ Give reasons why Jesus was baptized State relevance or the importance of the baptism of Jesus to Christians The baptism of Jesus Christ (Luke 3: 21 – 22) When Jesus was around 30 years of age, He went to be baptized by John the Baptist. Jesus was the last  to be baptized. Although he did not need to repent as He did not sin ; He nevertheless was baptized  even though He was without sin. When he was baptized, the heaven opened and the Holy Ghost descended on Him in the form of a dove. At the same time, a voice from heaven said, “This is my beloved son, in whom I am well pleased”. Reasons why Jesus was baptized. He was baptized because: Jesus wanted to show his approval of John’s Ministry of baptism Jesus accepted the work of redemption of human kind to be completed through suffering and death Jesus identified himself with the sinful humankind who needed redemption through baptism Jesus carried all the sins of humankind (baptized last) He wanted to carry sins of people/humankind upon himself in order to bring about reconciliation between people and God. God can confirm to the people that Jesus Christ was the messiah (Ps 2:7) It was an act of preparing those who were ready to receive the Messiah. Baptism was a way of fulfilling the Old Testament prophecy. Relevance or the Importance of the baptism of Jesus to Christians Christians practice baptism. They follow example of Jesus baptism. There are many forms of baptism such as full immersion in water, sprinkling of water on the forehead, partial immersion (head only) and  passing under a flag. Christians teach importance of baptism. It qualifies a new convert to become a member of Christian Through baptism, Christians receive the power of the Holy Ghost. 4) Through baptism, Christians identify themselves with Jesus Christ and all that he stands for. Baptism unites Christians in the body of Christ. Baptism is a symbol of death and resurrection. In some denominations, the baptized are given new names of other Christians and Jews. Baptism signifies the forgiveness of sins Through baptism one is considered a child of God. Baptism is a form of preparation for the kingdom of God. Baptism is a sign of Christ’s forgiveness of sins. Lesson Revision questions  What is the relevance of john the Baptist teaching to Christians today? Give reasons why Jesus accepted to be baptized Describe the baptism of Jesus What is the significance of the baptism of Jesus to Christians today   LESSON THREE. TEMPTATIONS OF JESUS: RELEVANCE TO CHRISTIANS TODAY Learning Outcomes. By the end of the lesson, you should  a. Narrate temptations of Jesus

Learning Outcomes. By the end of this lesson, you should: Explain events leading to the birth of Jesus Describe the meeting between Mary and Elizabeth Describe the birth of Jesus Explain the dedication of JESUS Describe Jesus at the Temple Angel Gabriel announces the birth of Jesus. Angel Gabriel said that Mary would conceive and bear a child. Angel Gabriel called Mary ‘ the highly favoured one’. Mary was an ordinary virgin girl in Galilee engaged to marry Joseph, a descendant of David. The Angel said that Mary will bear A Son called  Jesus which means God serves. The child shall be great. He shall be called the son of the highest. He shall be given the throne of his father David. He shall reign forever. His kingdom will never  end. Read again and explain what angel Gabriel said concerning the child to be born to Mary? Mary visits Elizabeth. Luke 1:39-56 Angel Gabriel had told Mary that her cousin Elizabeth was also going to have a child. Mary went to visit  her. The child in Elizabeth’s womb leaped when Mary greeted Elizabeth. The Holy Spirit revealed to  Elizabeth that Mary is the mother of her Lord, the Messiah. Mary answered Elizabeth by singing the  hymn “The Protector” in Psalm 121:3, The Love of God. Psalm 103:17, 98:3. The Magnificent. In this hymn Mary says: Her soul magnifies the Lord. The Lord has regarded the poor and those of low estate. God’s mercy is on them that fear him from generation to generation.  God humbles the proud and mighty, and exalts those of low estate (the lowly) God has filled the hungry and sent the rich away empty Through the magnificent, Mary, expresses her joy, gratitude and favour given to her and the world. The birth of Jesus Christ. Luke.2: 1 – 20 The birth of Jesus took place in Bethlehem, in Judea, during the reign of Augustus Caesar, a Roman  Emperor. During that time, Rome was conducting a census of the people / citizens for the purpose of  collecting taxes. The census was ordered by the emperor to determine payment of taxes. The method  that Rome was using was counting. Joseph, of the house of David went to his hometown, called  Bethlehem; for the census. Jesus was born during this time. He was wrapped in swaddling clothes and  laid in a manger because there was no accommodation in Bethlehem.  The first people to receive the news that a Savior was born were the shepherds. An angel announced  the birth of the Savior, Christ the lord, to the shepherds. The shepherds went to Bethlehem and saw the  child Jesus. They spread the word concerning what had been told them about the child. How was the annunciation of the birth of Jesus extraordinary? The dedication of JESUS – LUKE.2: 22 – 38 Like John the Baptist, Jesus was circumcised, and named on the 8th day. He was named Jesus which  means ‘the savior’ or Yahweh or save’s. Mary and Joseph observed the Jewish customs according to the  Law of Moses. For her purification and dedication of the child Jesus, Mary brought a pair of turtledoves  as an offering. The fist born males were dedicated to God as Holy. Simeon took the child up in his arms  for dedication and said that: “The child is set for the fall and rising of many in Israel. A Sword will pierce Mary’s soul on account of the  child.” Prophet Anna also came to the temple and prophesied that the child shall bring deliverance. Jesus at the Temple Luke 2:42 – 52 The parents of Jesus Mary and Joseph, went to Jerusalem every year for the feast of the Passover. When  Jesus was 12, he accompanied them to Jerusalem. After the feast the parents went home without  realizing that their child, Jesus was not with them. But while on the way, they realized he was not  amongst them. They returned to Jerusalem, and looked for him for 3 days. They found him sitting in the temple;  listening and asking teachers questions. All those who were in the temple were astonished by his  wisdom and intelligence. It is in the temple that Jesus is revealed, first as a true son of his people and  also as light and salvation for all people. On being questioned by Mary and Joseph, Jesus answered thus: ”Didn’t you know I had to be in my Father’s house, about my Father’s business?” This was an echo of  Malachi 3:1 “the Lord whom you seek will suddenly come to his temple”. Answer these questions Trace occasions when angels appeared to people in the new testament How did Jesus follow the customs and traditions of the Jewish people? Answers Occasions when angels appeared to people in the New Testament Angel appeared to Zechariah to announce birth of John the Baptist Angel appeared to Mary to announce the birth of Jesus Christ Angels appeared to the shepherds on the night Jesus was born (d) Angel appeared to Joseph in a dream warning him to flee to Egypt with the child and Mary How Jesus followed the customs and traditions of the Jewish people He was named on the 8th day He was circumcised on the 8th day His parents took him to the temple for the annual cerebrations of the. Passover  He went to the synagogue In his dedication as a first male, his parents offered the sacrifices expected from them. Topic Review Questions  Explain events leading to the birth of Jesus Describe the meeting between Mary and Elizabeth Describe the birth of Jesus Explain the dedication of JESUS Describe Jesus at the Temple

Introduction: Read 2 Samuel 7:13, Isaiah 7:10-16  Messiah  Meaning: The word Messiah is from a Hebrew word meshiach, which means the anointed: thus a Messiah is one called, anointed and appointed by God to serve Him. Prophecy:  A prophecy refers to a prediction of what will happen in future.  Messianic Prophecies: These are those predictions that were made by the prophets to describe the  coming of a righteous King who will rule Israel according to God’s will.  The origin of the Messianic prophecies in the Bible starts with prophet Nathan’s prophecy to King  David. NOTE:  The Roman ruled the Israelites before the birth of Jesus. They hated the Roman leadership and longed  for somebody of their own to lead them into victory over the Roman rule. The prophet of Israel (the Old Testament) communicated a message that God would send a messiah to  bring all people into a lasting relationship with Him. The prophets who were sent had different ideas about the Messiah. Their ideas about the Messiah were different from the Jewish expectations – whereby they hoped for political King to lead them into victory over the Roman rule. But the prophets  were talking about a religious one – to free them from sin.  Topic Outcomes. By the end of this topic, you should be able to: Explain the Old Testament prophecies about the coming of the Messiah. Relate the concept of the Messiah in the Old and New testaments. Explain the link between the Old and the New Testament Discuss the role of John the Baptist.   LESSON ONE. OLD TESTAMENT PROPHESIES ABOUT THE COMING OF THE MESSIAH. Learning Outcomes. By the end of this lesson, you should be able to describe prophesies of Nathan, Isaiah, Jeremiah, Psalmist prophecy (David) and Micah concerning the Messiah NATHAN’S PROPHECY (2 Samuel 7:3 – 17) and (Psalms 89: 20 – 38).  David proposed to build God a house. Nathan, the prophet was given a message (an oracle) for David. In  this prophecy, God told Nathan to tell King David that: God would ensure that the Kingdom of David would last forever. An heir from David’s lineage would rule David’s heir shall build a house for God’s name. God would establish the throne of his Kingdom  forever. David heir shall be God’s son and God shall be his father. David house and Kingdom shall be established forever. David died. But God’s mercy shall not depart from the heir of David. Hence the promise that the Kingdom of David, shall last forever referred to the messiah who was to come. David is an ancestor of  Christ. ISAIAH’S PROPHECY – Isaiah 7: 10 – 16; 9: 1- 7; 61:1 –2; and 63.  In these readings, Isaiah prophesied that the Messiah would be: Born of a virgin A boy, born of a virgin and called ‘Emmanuel’ that is ” God with us” A Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God, The everlasting Father, and the Prince of Peace. The Spirit of God inside him Anointed of God Sent to preach the good news to the poor, to bring liberty to the captives, proclaim the year of favour  from God. Isaiah also prophesied that the Messiah would be the suffering servant (Isaiah 53) CHARACTERISTICS OF THE SUFFERING SERVANT – ISAIAH 53  He would bear the sins of human kind He was oppressed, afflicted, despised, rejected of men He bore suffering and disgrace submissively He was mocked and spat on and wounded He was innocent of sin and yet treated as a criminal. He was pierced and wounded in the sides He was crucified with thieves and made intercession for the sinners  He was buried in a rich man’s tomb. JEREMIAH’S PROPHECY- JEREMIAH 23: 5 – 6. God promised to rise up a (branch) who shall: Choose as King, a righteous descendant of David Prosper Rule wisely, do what is right, and just in the world Execute justice on the earth Ensure that Judah and Israel are safe and live in peace. Be called ‘the God our righteousness” – “The Lord our salvation’  What does the term a ‘righteous branch ‘means?  iv. MICAH’S PROPHESY, (MICAH 5: 1 – 5). Micah prophesied that: The Messianic King shall come from Bethlehem He shall lead with authority He will bring peace THE PSALMIST PROPHECY (Psalm 41:9 and 110:1 –2). David spoke of  Betrayal by a close friend Messiah is referred to as ‘ the Lord’ The messiah shall rule/reign in the midst of enemies. Summary  Nathan, Isaiah, Jeremiah, Psalmist prophecy (David) and Micah prophesied of a Messiah to come. The  Jews expected a Messiah who would be a political leader, a victorious ruler and a King. They expected a  Messiah: Who would lead his people into a time of great national power and prosperity; In whose reign, there shall be no illness, no sorrow, no injustice, In whose reign, there shall be no fear In whose reign, land shall be filled with joy and peace  Who shall rule forever. Revision questions  1) Describe the prophecy of Jeremiah concerning the Messiah 2) What does the term Messiah mean? 3) Highlight the Jewish expectations of the Messiah in the Old Testament? 4) Did Jesus Christ fulfill the O.T. prophecies concerning the Messiah? How? 5) Which prophets in the Old Testament prophesied about the expected Messiah?   LESSON TWO. THE CONCEPT OF THE MESSIAH IN THE NEW TESTAMENT Learning Outcomes. By the end of this lesson, you should be able to explain the concept of the Messiah  in the New Testament The concept of messiah is found in Luke 1:26 – 38; 2:1-23; 23:1 – 35; 24:50 – 51. The writer of Luke’s  Gospel makes it clear that Jesus fulfilled the Old Testament prophecies concerning the coming of the  Messiah. How did He do this? Well Jesus fulfilled the Old Testament prophecies because; Jesus was born from the lineage of David (Mathew 1) Angle Gabriel said the child to be born shall rule forever (Luke 1:32) Nathan’s prophecy  Jesus was born of Mary a Virgin,

TOPIC 1 : OLD TESTAMENT PROPHESIES ABOUT THE MESSIAH – Click to view TOPIC 2 : THE INFANCY AND EARLY LIFE OF JESUS – Click to view TOPIC 3 : THE GALILEAN MINISTRY – Click to view TOPIC 4 : THE JOURNEY TO JERUSALEM – Click to view TOPIC 5 : THE JERUSALEM MINISTRY – Click to view TOPIC 6 : THE PASSION, DEATH AND RESURRECTION OF JESUS – Click to view