This Advent season, we’re diving deep into the threefold office of Christ: Prophet, Priest, and King. These roles, distinct in the Old Testament, find their ultimate unity in Jesus, our Savior.
We began today by exploring Jesus as Prophet. Why did we need a prophet? Because God’s Word is life itself! It’s the source of creation, the sustenance of our souls, and the light that guides our path. However, humanity found itself trapped in an echo chamber of its own making, desperately needing an intervention. Enter the prophets of old, like Moses and Isaiah, who spoke God’s truth into the darkness, revealing His wonders, will, and wisdom.
Yet, Jesus stands apart. He doesn’t merely deliver God’s Word; He is the Word made flesh. John the Baptist, that pivotal prophet, prepared the way for the Messiah, who would usher in the fullness of God’s revelation. Jesus speaks with an authority unlike any other, not as a mere messenger, but as the very source of truth.
But don’t mistake this for a departure from the Old Testament. Jesus fulfills it! He is the culmination of God’s progressive revelation, the living embodiment of the law and the prophets. Just as the Father commanded, “Listen to him,” we too must open our hearts to the life-giving words of Jesus, our Prophet.
In a world saturated with fleeting opinions and deceptive narratives, we find ourselves yearning for a truth that anchors the soul. Jesus, the Word made flesh, is that unwavering truth. He is not merely a prophet who speaks God’s Word; He *is* the Word of God, alive and eternal. His words are spirit and life, offering us wisdom that guides, promises that sustain, and a hope that doesn’t disappoint. Let us, therefore, cling to Jesus, the Prophet, for in Him we discover the very Word of Life.
