There are many views and opinions as to what Jesus' real mission was. Scholars have dissected, examined, reviewed, revised and written volumes on this subject. Yet many are still confused as to what His mission, message, methods and purpose was for coming to Earth. For us to discover the original purpose and mission of Jesus, it should be obvious that we must consider His own declarations concerning His purpose and assignment for coming into the world. Lets read a few of them from the records of His close friends in the gospel narrative.
His first public statement was made at the beginning of His earthly mission, when He was 30 years old, after being baptized by His cousin, John the Baptist, and completing 40 days of fasting; during which He overcame Satan's temptations to compromise His assignment!
From that time on, Jesus began to preach "Repent, for the Kingdom of heaven is near". (Matthew 4:17)
Keep in mind, that the word "near", in some translations rendered "at hand", simply means "has arrived". In other words, His first declaration was the introduction and arrival of a kingdom, not a religion. In essence, he brought a government to Earth. Let's look at some other declarations by Jesus concerning His purpose and mission on Earth:
As you go, preach the message: "The kingdom of heaven is near" (Matthew 10:7)
But if I drive out demons by the Spirit of God, then the Kingdom of God has come upon you. (Matthew 12:28)
Therefore, the Kingdom of Heaven is like a king who wanted to settle accounts with his servants. (Matthew 18:23)
And this gospel of the kingdom will be preached in the whole world as a testimony to all nations, and then the end will come. (Matthew 24:14)
But He said, "I must preach the good news of the Kingdom of God to the other towns also, because that is why I was sent." And He kept on preaching in the synagogues of Judea. (Luke 4:43-44)
After this, Jesus traveled about from one town and village to another, proclaiming the good news of the Kingdom of God. (Luke 8:1a)
But the crowds learned about it and followed Him. He welcomed them and spoke to them about the Kingdom of God, and healed those who needed healing. (Luke 9:11)
But seek His kingdom and these things will be given to you as well. (Luke 12:31)
Do not be afraid, little flock, for your Father has been pleased to give you the kingdom. (Luke 12:32)
The Law and the Prophets were proclaimed until John. Since this time, the good news of the kingdom of God is being preached, and everyone is forcing his way into it. It is easier for heaven and earth to disappear than for the least stroke of a pen to drop out of the Law. (Luke 16:16-17)
I tell you the truth, anyone who will not receive the kingdom of God like a little child will never enter it. (Luke 18:17)
And I confer on you a kingdom, just as My Father conferred one on Me. (Luke 22:29)
Jesus said, "My kingdom is not of this world. If it were, My servants would fight to prevent My arrest by the Jews. But now my kingdom is from another place." "You are a king then!" said Pilate. Jesus answered, "You are right in saying I am a King. In fact, for this reason I was born and for this I came into the world, to testify to the truth. Everyone on the side of truth listens to Me. (John 18:36-37)
His first public statement was made at the beginning of His earthly mission, when He was 30 years old, after being baptized by His cousin, John the Baptist, and completing 40 days of fasting; during which He overcame Satan's temptations to compromise His assignment!
From that time on, Jesus began to preach "Repent, for the Kingdom of heaven is near". (Matthew 4:17)
Keep in mind, that the word "near", in some translations rendered "at hand", simply means "has arrived". In other words, His first declaration was the introduction and arrival of a kingdom, not a religion. In essence, he brought a government to Earth. Let's look at some other declarations by Jesus concerning His purpose and mission on Earth:
As you go, preach the message: "The kingdom of heaven is near" (Matthew 10:7)
But if I drive out demons by the Spirit of God, then the Kingdom of God has come upon you. (Matthew 12:28)
Therefore, the Kingdom of Heaven is like a king who wanted to settle accounts with his servants. (Matthew 18:23)
And this gospel of the kingdom will be preached in the whole world as a testimony to all nations, and then the end will come. (Matthew 24:14)
But He said, "I must preach the good news of the Kingdom of God to the other towns also, because that is why I was sent." And He kept on preaching in the synagogues of Judea. (Luke 4:43-44)
After this, Jesus traveled about from one town and village to another, proclaiming the good news of the Kingdom of God. (Luke 8:1a)
But the crowds learned about it and followed Him. He welcomed them and spoke to them about the Kingdom of God, and healed those who needed healing. (Luke 9:11)
But seek His kingdom and these things will be given to you as well. (Luke 12:31)
Do not be afraid, little flock, for your Father has been pleased to give you the kingdom. (Luke 12:32)
The Law and the Prophets were proclaimed until John. Since this time, the good news of the kingdom of God is being preached, and everyone is forcing his way into it. It is easier for heaven and earth to disappear than for the least stroke of a pen to drop out of the Law. (Luke 16:16-17)
I tell you the truth, anyone who will not receive the kingdom of God like a little child will never enter it. (Luke 18:17)
And I confer on you a kingdom, just as My Father conferred one on Me. (Luke 22:29)
Jesus said, "My kingdom is not of this world. If it were, My servants would fight to prevent My arrest by the Jews. But now my kingdom is from another place." "You are a king then!" said Pilate. Jesus answered, "You are right in saying I am a King. In fact, for this reason I was born and for this I came into the world, to testify to the truth. Everyone on the side of truth listens to Me. (John 18:36-37)