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Jesus in Every Book of the Bible: A Powerful Journey

Remembering a Powerful Moment

When I was a teenager in high school, our church youth group put on a musical called God Will Make a Way by Don Moen. I had the privilege of serving as the narrator, and one of the most unforgettable parts of that program was a sweeping narration called Name Above All Names. This powerful section declared how Jesus Christ is revealed in every book of the Bible, from Genesis to Revelation. It left a deep mark on my heart, reminding me that the Bible is not just a set of isolated stories but one grand story with Christ at its center.

Even now, years later, the words still ring true: from beginning to end, Jesus is the faithful presence of God, the Savior of sinners, the hope of the church, and the King who reigns forever.

God’s Promise and His Faithfulness

The narration begins with a reminder: God has promised He will never leave us nor forsake us. In Christ, God has revealed His faithfulness from the beginning of time.

That theme runs like a golden thread through every book of Scripture.

In Genesis, He is the Ram at Abraham’s altar.
In Exodus, He is the Passover Lamb.
In Leviticus, He is the High Priest.
In Numbers, He is the Cloud by day and the Pillar of Fire by night.
In Deuteronomy, He is the City of Refuge.
In Joshua, He is the Scarlet Thread out Rahab’s window.
In Judges, He is our Judge.
In Ruth, He is our Kinsman Redeemer.
In 1 and 2 Samuel, He is our Trusted Prophet.
In Kings and Chronicles, He is our Reigning King.
In Ezra, He is our Faithful Scribe.
In Nehemiah, He is the Rebuilder of everything that is broken.
In Esther, He is the Mordecai sitting faithfully at the gate.

From the very first pages of Scripture, Christ is revealed as sacrifice, mediator, Redeemer, and King. He is faithful from the beginning.

Jesus Christ: The Suffering Servant and the Present Savior

The narration continues to highlight Jesus throughout the wisdom and prophetic books.

In Job, He is our Redeemer who lives.
In Psalms, He is my Shepherd, and I shall not want.
In Proverbs and Ecclesiastes, He is our Wisdom.
In the Song of Solomon, He is the Beautiful Bridegroom.
In Isaiah, He is the Suffering Servant.
In Jeremiah and Lamentations, He is the Weeping Prophet.
In Ezekiel, He is the Wonderful Four-Faced Man.
In Daniel, He is the Fourth Man in the midst of the fiery furnace.

Later prophets point us to His faithfulness and power:

In Hosea, He is my Love that is forever faithful.
In Joel, He baptizes us with the Holy Spirit.
In Amos, He is our Burden Bearer.
In Obadiah, He is our Savior.
In Jonah, He is the Great Foreign Missionary, taking God’s Word into all the world.
In Micah, He is the Messenger with beautiful feet.
In Nahum, He is the Avenger.
In Habakkuk, He is the Watchman who is ever praying for revival.
In Zephaniah, He is the Lord mighty to save.
In Haggai, He is the Restorer of our lost heritage.
In Zechariah, He is our Fountain.
In Malachi, He is the Son of Righteousness with healing in His wings.

Through pain, prophecy, and promise, the Old Testament gives us glimpses of Christ’s heart: He is present in suffering, faithful in love, mighty to save, and certain to restore.

Jesus Christ in the Gospels and Acts

The New Testament opens by revealing Jesus in His fullness.

In Matthew, Thou art the Christ, the Son of the Living God.
In Mark, He is the Miracle Worker.
In Luke, He is the Son of Man.
In John, He is the Door by which every one of us must enter.
In Acts, He is the Shining Light who appeared to Saul on the road to Damascus.

The Gospels show us the person and work of Christ. Acts shows us His continuing power through the Spirit and His church. Together, they remind us that Jesus is both the way to salvation and the light who transforms our lives.

Jesus Christ in the Letters of Paul

The apostle Paul’s writings unfold the riches of who Christ is and what He has done for His people.

In Romans, He is our Justifier.
In 1 Corinthians, He is our Resurrection.
In 2 Corinthians, He is our Sin Bearer.
In Galatians, He redeems us from the law.
In Ephesians, He is our Unsearchable Riches.
In Philippians, He supplies our every need.
In Colossians, He is the Fullness of the Godhead bodily.
In 1 and 2 Thessalonians, He is our Soon Coming King.
In 1 and 2 Timothy, He is the Mediator between God and man.
In Titus, He is our Blessed Hope.
In Philemon, He is a Friend that sticks closer than a brother.
In Hebrews, He is the Blood of the everlasting covenant.

In Paul’s letters, Christ is not only the foundation of our salvation but also the hope that sustains us until His return.

Jesus Christ in the General Epistles and Revelation

The other New Testament writings complete the picture.

In James, He is the Lord who heals the sick.
In 1 and 2 Peter, He is the Chief Shepherd.
In 1, 2, and 3 John, it is Jesus who has the tenderness of love.
In Jude, He is the Lord coming with ten thousand saints.
In Revelation, lift up your eyes, church, for your redemption draws near. He is King of Kings and Lord of Lords.

The story that began with God’s promise never to forsake His people concludes with His return in glory. Jesus is the Alpha and the Omega, the Beginning and the End.

Why This Matters

This narration from Name Above All Names reminds us that the Bible is not a scattered collection of moral lessons but one unified testimony about Christ. From Genesis to Revelation, every book reveals His character, His promises, and His plan of redemption.

For us as believers, this changes the way we approach Scripture. We do not simply look for ourselves in the stories. We look for Jesus, the One who holds all things together and fulfills every promise of God.

Reflection and Application

  • Which portrait of Jesus speaks most to your current season of life?
  • How does seeing Christ throughout all of Scripture deepen your trust in Him?
  • Where do you need to lift up your eyes and remember that your redemption draws near?

Prayer

Lord Jesus Christ, You are the center of all Scripture and the center of my life. Thank You for being my Redeemer, Shepherd, King, and Friend. Open my eyes to see You more clearly in Your Word and my heart to follow You more faithfully every day. Amen.

Closing Encouragement

The story of Scripture is the story of Jesus. He is present in every book, every page, every promise, and every prophecy. Lift up your eyes, for your Redeemer draws near.

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