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Monday, February 23, 2026

"JESUS CHRIST Is . . . Series Part 7 of 8"

Colossians 1:18 "And HE is the HEAD of the body, the church: WHO is the beginning, the firstborn from the dead; that in all things HE might have the preeminence."

The HEAD of the Body - Physically, the human head is the "control center" of the entire body. Our head processes information, tells the rest of our body what to do, and is absolutely essential for our survival. Although we could exist without an arm or a leg, we could not survive without our head. In Colossians 1:18, the Apostle Paul calls JESUS "the HEAD of the body, the church." Everyone who has trusted in JESUS CHRIST is a part of HIS body, the church. As the HEAD of the body, HE is our source of life. Therefore, in order for the body to function properly, we must take all our orders directly from HIM and faithfully and fearlessly execute those commands for our own good as well as for the good of the whole body. The church exists because the LORD JESUS paid the ultimate price for it - HE died as our substitute and rose again for us. We are "in" HIM, and we are to be wholly subject unto HIM as our HEAD.

The KING of Kings and LORD of Lords - Notice 1st.Timothy 6:15 pictured above; for in this text, we find that JESUS is sovereign over HIS entire creation. While Kings, President, and other Rulers exercise dominion over their mortal subjects within their geographical boundaries, JESUS is the KING above all earthly Kings and LORD above all earthly Lords. HE alone brings men to power and dethrones those whom HE will (Romans 13:1 pictured above). We can rest in the fact that JESUS executes complete control over all the affairs of men, despite the fact that many evil and wicked rulers today appear to prosper in their ungodly ways. One day, CHRIST will physically rule and reign over HIS earthly kingdom. But even today, we can find peace in the fact that HE is in control of all things. MDC

Your servant in CHRIST,

Julie

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"JESUS CHRIST Is . . . Series Part 6 of 8"

Matthew 1:20-23 "But while he thought on these things, behold, the Angel of the LORD appeared unto him in a dream, saying, Joseph, thou son of David, fear not to take unto thee Mary thy wife; for that which is conceived in her is of the HOLY GHOST. And she shall bring forth a SON, and thou shalt call HIS name JESUS; for HE shall save HIS people from their sins. Now all this was done, that it might be fulfilled which was spoken of the LORD by the prophet, saying, Behold, a virgin shall be with CHILD, and shall bring forth a SON, and they shall call HIS name EMMANUEL, which being interpreted is, GOD with us."

The SAVIOR - Prior to JESUS' birth, an angel told Joseph that Mary was going to bare a SON and they were to name HIM "JESUS" (v.21), meaning "SAVIOR." This SON was not an ordinary person, for HE was conceived supernaturally by the HOLY SPIRIT (v.20) and would "save HIS people from their sins" (v.21) - the promised MESSIAH ! A savior is one who rescues people from danger or a threat. Every individual born into the world is in grave danger as a result of his inherent sin nature and state of spiritual death that leads to eternal torment in the Lake of Fire. But JESUS came to Earth to rescue man from this spiritual death by offering eternal life to all who trust in HIM alone for salvation. The Samaritans said of JESUS, "We . . . know that this is indeed the CHRIST, the SAVIOR of the world (John 4:42 pictured above). Our rescue from sin and its damnation is only through the person and work of JESUS, "the SAVIOR of the world" !

EMMANUEL - The angel revealed that the birth of JESUS would fulfill the prophecy given in Isaiah 7:14; "They shall call HIS name EMMANUEL, which being interpreted is, GOD with us" (v.23). This BABY conceived in Mary was not just another human but GOD HIMSELF WHO came to Earth to live and die as the GOD-man. Today, many recognize JESUS as merely a good man or a moral example. But the true, historic JESUS was/is GOD HIMSELF in the flesh. HE possessed the full nature of GOD but emptied HIMSELF of HIS visible glory when HE humbly descended to life among fallen mankind in order to offer HIMSELF as a sacrifice for sin (Philippians 2:5-8 pictured above). GOD dwelt among men. While JESUS is spiritually with us now, man will once again enjoy HIS physical presence yet future (Revelation 21:3). MDC

Your servant in CHRIST,

Julie

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"JESUS CHRIST Is . . . Series Part 5 of 8"

Acts 17:23 & John 1:1 "For as I passed by, and beheld your devotions, I found an altar with this inscription, TO THE UNKNOWN GOD, WHOM ye therefore ignorantly worship, HIM declare I unto you. . . .In the beginning was the WORD, and the WORD was with GOD, and the WORD was GOD."

The Unknown GOD - We do not usually consider the fact that one of JESUS' names recorded in Scripture is "the Unknown GOD." However, in Acts 17:23, Paul told the religious unbelievers that he would declare to them the "Unknown GOD" WHOM they ignorantly worshiped, and then Paul defined this Unknown GOD as the resurrected LORD and CREATOR of all things - JESUS CHRIST (Acts 17:24-31). Today, billions of people do not know CHRIST; HE truly is the Unknown GOD. HE has manifested HIMSELF to mankind through HIS creation and through man's conscience, but salvation requires a personal relationship with HIM by faith in the person and work of JESUS CHRIST as made clear in HIS special revelation, the Bible. Sadly, many who have heard the Gospel refuse to receive GOD's grace gift while countless others have not yet even heard the glorious, good news. Relatively few have entered the "straight. . .gate" that leads to life (Matthew 7:14); because our SAVIOR is unknown by the majority of mankind, like Paul, we need to make HIM known to this lost and dying world (Mark 16:15-16 pictured above).

The WORD of GOD - JESUS is the "WORD" (John 1:1), that is, the communication of GOD to man. As GOD manifest in the flesh, CHRIST "exegetes" the FATHER - HE reveals to man the ONE WHO has always existed from eternity past. No other person, religion, or good work can intercede between the FATHER and mankind. Only GOD the SON can communicate GOD to man and provide the means by which people can possess eternal life. This WORD WHO came to Earth to die as man's substitute is the very same WORD WHO will return to judge the world (Revelation 19:13 pictured above). Have you received the WORD ? MDC

Your servant in CHRIST,

Julie

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"JESUS CHRIST Is . . . Series Part 4 of 8

2nd.Timothy 4:8 "Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the LORD the Righteous JUDGE, shall give me at that day: and not to me only, but unto all them also that love HIS appearing."

The Righteous JUDGE - In 2nd.Timothy 4:8, the Apostle Paul calls JESUS "the Righteous JUDGE." Within the context of this verse, Paul is describing the LORD's evaluation of the saints in relation to the future judgment seat of CHRIST (2nd.Corinthians 5:9-10 pictured above) where HE will judge believers' works (or lack thereof). As the omniscient GOD, JESUS knows our every action and motive, and HE alone is able to determine whether we will receive or forfeit reward for our thoughts and actions here on Earth. But CHRIST is also the Righteous JUDGE in relation to those who reject HIS gift of everlasting life. GOD the FATHER ordained JESUS to be the "JUDGE of quick (living) and dead" (Acts 10:42). Those who refuse CHRIST as their SAVIOR will face eternal damnation while all who put their faith in HIM will enjoy eternal life and fellowship with GOD. The wicked may seem to prosper now, but the Righteous JUDGE will execute justice in the end (Revelation Chapters 19 & 20).

A Strong Tower - Proverbs 18:10, pictured above, tells us, "The name of the LORD is a strong tower." Those who possess a personal relationship with the CREATOR of the universe can have confidence in the omnipotence and impenetrability of JESUS CHRIST. Nothing can harm HIM, destroy HIM, or change HIM. Therefore, those who are "in" HIM can always run to this Strong Tower and find safety. David wrote concerning the LORD, "THOU hast been a shelter for me, and a Strong Tower from the enemy" (Psalm 61:3). As weak, finite human beings, we need protection from those who seek to persecute and destroy us. How grateful we should be that we can always find such perfect security by fortifying ourselves in the very person and WORD of our SAVIOR, JESUS CHRIST. MDC

Your servant in CHRIST,

Julie

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Friday, February 20, 2026

"JESUS CHRIST Is . . . Series Part 3 of 8"

1st.Peter 2:4-6 & 5:4 "To whom coming, as unto a living stone, disallowed indeed of men, but chosen of GOD, and precious, ye also, as lively stones, are built up a spiritual house, an holy priesthood, to offer up spiritual sacrifices, acceptable to GOD by JESUS CHRIST. Wherefore also it is contained in the Scripture, Behold, I lay in Sion a CHIEF CORNER STONE, elect, precious: and he that believeth on HIM shall not be confounded. . .And when the CHIEF SHEPHERD shall appear, ye shall receive a crown of glory that fadeth not away."

The CHIEF CORNERSTONE - Ancient builders constructed their edifices around one stone that they firmly anchored to the foundation. This "cornerstone" was the centerpiece of the building. The placement of every other stone was dependent upon a proper alignment with the cornerstone. In today's text, Peter quotes Isaiah 28:16 and attributes this Old Testament reference to the person of JESUS CHRIST, "a tried stone, a precious corner stone, a sure foundation." Both Peter and Paul refer to JESUS as the "CHIEF CORNER STONE" (cf. Ephesians 2:20 pictured above). As our CHIEF CORNERSTONE, HE will never move and is unchangeable. As believers, we are living stones (v.5) who are built up around the person, work, and WORD of JESUS CHRIST. Everything we do, think, and say should conform to HIS revealed will. If we fail to align ourselves with the CHIEF CORNERSTONE, then we will not fit in the building as we should (Ephesians 2:21-22 pictured above).

The CHIEF SHEPHERD - JESUS is also the "CHIEF SHEPHERD." While GOD has called some believers to serve as Pastors, or "Undershepherds" of HIS flock, all believers answer directly to the CHIEF SHEPHERD. A shepherd's role is clear-cut: he feeds, guides, protects, and cares for the sheep. Our wonderful SHEPHERD feeds us through the milk and meat of HIS WORD, the Bible. HE guides us by chastening us when we wander astray. HE protects us by revealing the tactics of the "wolves in sheep's clothing" who seek to destroy the flock and by warning about fake shepherds who teach false doctrine in an attempt to steal sheep (Acts 20:28-30 pictured above). No greater SHEPHERD exists than CHRIST, for HE is the caring, omnipotent GOD WHO will never lose any of HIS sheep (John 10:27-29). MDC

Your servant in CHRIST,

Julie

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"JESUS CHRIST Is . . . Series Part 2 of 8"

Hebrews 5:9 & 12:2 "And being made perfect, HE became the AUTHOR of eternal salvation unto all them that obey HIM; . . . Looking unto JESUS the AUTHOR and FINISHER of our faith; WHO for the joy that was set before HIM endured the cross, despising the shame, and is set down at the right hand of the throne of GOD."

The AUTHOR of eternal salvation - Everlasting life is not an invention of man; therefore, the way to obtain true salvation cannot be established by the will or dictates of man. In John 17:3, JESUS describes eternal life as a personal relationship with HIMSELF and with GOD the FATHER. Since CHRIST is "the AUTHOR of eternal salvation" (Hebrews 5:9), then it is utterly impossible for man to do anything of his own accord to gain or merit a relationship with GOD. Notice the condition given in our text: JESUS is "the AUTHOR of eternal salvation unto all them that obey HIM" (Hebrews 5:9). Today, millions of people are endeavoring to invent their own method of salvation and path to GOD (1st.Corinthians 1:18-21; 2:2-14). But clearly, only those who obey HIS command to believe in the person and work of the AUTHOR of eternal life "shall never die" (John 11:25-26 pictured above).

The AUTHOR and FINISHER of our faith - In Hebrews 12:2, the inspired writer of Scripture elaborates on the AUTHOR of our salvation, describing HIM as "the AUTHOR and FINISHER of our faith." As believers, we can be confident that the very GOD WHO provides salvation will also complete that which HE has begun in us (Philippians 1:6). If, as finite creatures, we were able to supply our own salvation or merit a relationship with GOD, then our salvation and relationship with HIM would be uncertain because it would be contingent upon our own efforts. Thus, we could have no assurance of eternal life. But the mighty GOD WHOM we serve has authored a perfect salvation from start to finish. HE saves us, and HE will keep us saved for eternity. The AUTHOR of eternal salvation and the FINISHER of our faith guarantees that our future is secure (John 10:27-30 pictured above). MDC

Your servant in CHRIST,

Julie

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"JESUS CHRIST Is . . . Series Part 1 of 8"

Revelation 1:8 "I AM ALPHA and OMEGA, the beginning and the ending, saith the LORD which is, and which was, and which is to come the ALMIGHTY."

Alpha and Omega - Alpha is the first letter in the Greek alphabet, and omega is the last. In today's text, the LORD JESUS calls HIMSELF the "Alpha and Omega" and elaborates on this title as follows: "I AM . . . the beginning and the ending . . . which is, and which was, and which is to come." JESUS CHRIST has always existed from eternity past, and HE will always exist in eternity future. Scripture continually proclaims the timeless reality and deity of GOD the SON. Why is this truth so necessary for us to understand ? First, it is important because the eternality and deity of JESUS CHRIST are essential to our salvation, for if JESUS were not GOD, our faith is in vain. Second, we must see JESUS as the ALPHA and OMEGA because it is only when we recognize CHRIST as being "from everlasting to everlasting" (Psalm 90:2 pictured above) that we can find peace and assurance in knowing what HE declares in HIS WORD will certainly come to pass.

The ALMIGHTY - In this same text, JESUS ascribes another name to HIMSELF. Not only is HE "ALPHA and OMEGA," but HE is also "the ALMIGHTY." The very SAVIOR WHO shed HIS precious blood for the sins of the world conquered death by rising from the grave. HE is so potent that death itself could not contain HIM ! Our SAVIOR has the eternal power to save us from the grasp of sin and death, to keep us saved for all eternity, to conquer evil, to judge the living and the dead, to create living and nonliving substance - the list could continue indefinitely. The LORD JESUS CHRIST can do anything consistent with HIS nature. And, because HE is our personal SAVIOR, we can be certain that HE will keep us and protect us from Satan himself - the enemy of our soul. MDC

Your servant in CHRIST,

Julie

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