Christ's Person and Work



Abstract

The most intriguing and essential foundation of the Christian faith is the comprehensive belief in the person and the work of Jesus Christ. It is very pertinent that the followers do not view Christ as a good or an ideal man. Although Jesus Christ's existence on the planet was in fact in the form of a man, however he represented much more than a mortal being. A Christian has to uphold the belief that the mortal life of Christ was meant as a symbol for humanity, and his life's work was a sacrifice made for the good of mankind. In this paper we will critically analyze the nature of Christ's work and person, and what do these concepts symbolize for the followers. The research will be focused on the origins of this concept and the relevant biblical text will be analyzed to establish a comprehensive conclusion. This paper will comprehensively research the concept of Christ's person and work, and the relevant biblical text will be included to formulate a comprehensive conclusion.

Thesis Statement

The role of Jesus Christ as the source of the Christian faith and also a mortal being is the essential foundation of the religion. This dual role of Christ has become the symbol of faith and spirituality for the followers; establishing a role model for the people of Christian faith.

Research Question

What are the biblical foundations of the Christian belief (events/incidents) which highlight the role of Christ as the Source of Creation and a man?

How does the life of Jesus Christ impact the spiritual and lifestyle of the Christian Followers?

How important is it for the followers to have a comprehensive faith in the concept of Trinity, and the teachings of Christ?

Christ's Person and Work

Research Outline

Introduction (15% of the research paper)

Symbolic value of Christ in Christianity

Controversy Regarding the Person of Christ (Could Christ Sin as a mortal being)

Christ's Role as a Sinless Savior of Humanity

Discussion (40% of the research Paper)

Christ as the Eternal Son of God

The Mystery of Goodliness; The Father and the Son

The Manifestation of Godliness

The Divine Trinity

The Miracles of Christ

The suffrage of Christ and his sacrifice

Literature Review (30% of Research Paper)

The relevance of Christ as a Man

Christ's Human Nature

The Drawing Power of Christ & his Impact of Followers

The fundamentals of the Catholic belief

Conclusion (15% of the Research Paper)

The Cross; A symbol of hope and spirituality

Christ's Death and Kingship

Annoted Bibliography

Milne, Bruce. Know the truth: A handbook of Christian belief. IVP Academic, 2009, pp. 108, Online Source: http://www.amazon.com/Know-Truth-Handbook-Christian-Belief/dp/0830825762

Summary: The book discusses the origins of the Christian belief and the significant symbols. The Christian belief is not only limited to the biblical text and the ceremonial activity, rather the fundamentals of the religion focus on the activity and the incorporation of the right principles and attitudes in the daily life. The book highlights the core principles and ideologies that a Christina individual should incorporate, as well as the significance of such attributes in the lifestyle of the followers.

Forsyth, Peter Taylor. The Person and Place of Jesus ...