It's All About Jesus

No One Is More Loved or Hated Than Jesus

This is not surprising, since he’s the most famous person in all of human history. More songs have been sung to him, artwork created of him, and books written about him than anyone who’s ever lived. Even our calendar is based off his life, dividing time before and after him. Naturally, someone this important will have fans and foes. And a lot of people have an idea of who Jesus is. They may get this idea from TV or movies, maybe from past church experience and Sunday School felt boards, from history books, or maybe from just hearsay. But just because we have ideas of who Jesus is doesn’t mean we actually know Jesus.

At Anthem, we’re all about Jesus—and the only way to get to know Jesus is to understand what the Bible says about who he is:

He Is Our Final, Authoritative Prophet

In Old Testament, God’s messengers to his people were called prophets. Through them, God spoke His redemptive plan reminding the people He loved that he was always in control, always involved. Jesus is our final, authorative Prophet (John 1:1) fulfilling what all other prophets said for generations.

He Is Our Perfect, High Priest

In contrast to prophets, priests were mediators who approached God on behalf of his people. Jesus is our perfect, great High Priest (Hebrews 9:11) who interceded on our behalf by way of the cross.

He Is Our Ruling, King of Kings

Throughout history, kings were rulers who governed God's people ensuring order and establishing dominion. Jesus perfectly leads as our trustworthy, good, and faithful King (1 Timothy 6:15) and will one day bring about the fullness of his Kingdom.

We Are His Imperfect Reflection

With Jesus established as Prophet, Priest, and King for all eternity, at Anthem we hope to follow his example and organize our church according to these key roles:

Prophet – The people must be taught the Bible.
Priest – The people must be loved.
King – The people must be led.

Those who lead our church must lead like Jesus—not to replace him, but to follow him and serve his people according to their need, as described in the Bible. Though we are imperfect and incomplete, by God’s grace we can still reflect the One who teaches, loves, and leads the way to glory.

If you want to know more about what we believe about Jesus, take a look at our doctrine.