Why We Believe What We Believe: Jesus

In a culture increasingly resistant to Christian conviction, clarity about who Jesus Christ is has never mattered more. In this sermon, Dr. Michael Easley challenges believers to move beyond cultural Christianity and shallow faith by grounding their lives in a robust, biblical understanding of Christology—the doctrine of Christ. As pressure mounts from media, politics, and public opinion, believers are tempted to prioritize tolerance over truth, presentation over substance, and success over faithfulness. Dr. Easley argues that the antidote is not better marketing or strategy, but a deeper knowledge of Jesus Himself. To know Christ rightly is not optional; it is foundational. Walking through Scripture, he highlights five key titles of Jesus: Son of Man, Messiah, Son of God, Lord, and God. Each reveals essential truths about Christ’s humanity, authority, mission, divinity, and redemptive work. Jesus fully identifies with our suffering, fulfills God’s promises, perfectly reveals the Father, reigns as Lord, and stands as God Himself. This sermon reminds us that Christology is not abstract theology—it is intensely practical. When we truly know who Jesus is, it reshapes our humility, worship, courage, and witness. The ultimate question remains: when others look at us, would they see Jesus? Takeaways Cultural pressure tempts believers to soften truth, but a clear Christology anchors faith with conviction and humility. Jesus most often called Himself the Son of Man, fully identifying with our humanity and suffering. As Messiah, Jesus fulfills God’s promises and reigns as the rightful King from David’s line. Jesus, the Son of God, is the perfect and complete revelation of the Father. Declaring Jesus as Lord means recognizing His supreme authority over every life and allegiance. True Christology is practical—when we know Jesus rightly, others should see Him in us. To read the bible online, click here. Click here for other Michael Easley Sermons.