Who is this Jesus?

And this is eternal life that they may know you, the only true God, and Jesus Christ whom thou have sent John 17:3

The bible is littered with unique claims and remarkable assertions of Jesus which span through the Old Testament to the New Testament. Numerous testimonies abound and attest to facts about the personality, deity, character, and mission of Jesus. God himself and others such as priests, prophets, apostles, saints, sinners, and the seemingly unbelievable, unthinkable, and unexpected personalities

(angels and demons) also affirmed who Jesus was. Despite these notwithstanding, a lot of people though unfortunately are still ignorant of who Jesus is. They lack spiritual understanding and cannot fully comprehend the reality of his deity. However, here are few examples of powerful declarations and statements about Jesus which I believe will change your contrary opinion about him.

God...Then a voice came from heaven, You are My beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased. Mark 1:11

Angel-For there is born to you this day in the city of David a savior, who is Christ the Lord. Luke 2:11

And she shall bring forth a son, and you  shall call his name Jesus, for he will save his people from their sins. Matthew 1:21

Saint (Simeon)-For my eyes have seen your salvation which you have prepared before the face of all peoples. A light to bring revelation to the Gentiles. And the glory of your people Israel. Luke 2:30-32

Prophet Isaiah's record...and his name shall be called wonderful, Counsellor, the mighty God, the everlasting father, the prince of peace. Of the increase of his government and peace there shall be no end, upon the throne of David, and upon his kingdom, to order it, and to establish it with judgment and with justice from henceforth even forever. The zeal of the Lord of hosts will perform this. Isaiah 9:6-7

...a man of sorrow and acquainted with grief: and we hid, as it were, our faces from him; he was despised and we esteem him not. Surely he hath borne our griefs, and carried our sorrows; yet we did  esteem him stricken, smitten of God, and afflicted. But he was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, and by His stripes we are healed. Isaiah 53:4b-6

Prophet Micah's account...But you Bethlehem Ephrathah, Though you are little among the thousands of Judah, Yet out of you shall come forth to Me the one to become ruler in Israel, whose going forth are of old, from everlasting. Micah 5:2

Apostle Paul- but made himself of no reputation, taking the form of  a bond servant, and coming in the likeness of men. And being found in appearance as a man, He humbled himself and became obedient to the point of death, even the death of the cross. Therefore, God also has highly exalted him and given him the name which is above every name. That at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, of those in heaven, and of those on earth, and of those under the earth, and that every tongue should confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the father. Philippians 2:7-11

Apostle John...for this purpose the son of God was manifested, that he might destroy the works of  the devil. 1 John 3:8

Sinners-So when the centurion and those with him, who were guarding Jesus, saw the earthquake and the things that had happened, they feared greatly, saying, "Truly this was the son of  God" Matthew 27:54

Demon's claim..."I know who you are" the holy one of God Mark 1:24 

when he saw Jesus, he cried out, fell down before him, and with a loud voice said, what have I to do with you Jesus, son of the most high God? I beg you, do not torment me! Luke 8:18

So now if I may ask, who is Jesus to you? Do you know him? Who is this Jesus? Is he a celebrity? Is he just the reason for the season, a baby born in a manger (mere Christmas story)? Or is he truly the Lord and Savior of your life? Have you encountered him (where, when, how)? I want to plead with you to consider this and acknowledge him as your Lord and savior if you have not done so. Please, do!

A song writer gave a vivid picture of Jesus and I think this is worth noting.

Fairest of all the earth beside,

Chiefest of all unto his bride,

Fullest divine in the I see,

Beautiful man of Calvary!

Refrain:

That man of Calvary

Has won my heart for me

And died to set me free

Blest man of Calvary!

Drinking a dire and dreadful cup

Crucified Jesus lifted up

Bearing our guilt and misery

Sorrowful man of Calvary!

Granting the sinner life and peace

Granting the captives sweet release

Shedding his blood to make us free

Merciful man of Calvary!

Comfort of all my earthly way,

Jesus I'll meet thee some sweet day

Center of glory thee I'll see

Wonderful man of Calvary