JESUS IS THE WAY!

Title: JESUS IS THE WAY

By Rev. Samuel Arimoro

Main Text: John 14:6
Supporting Texts: Acts 4:12, Romans 5:8, 1 Timothy 2:5-6

INTRODUCTION:
The world is full of paths that promise fulfillment, joy, and salvation, but as Christians, we understand that there is only one way to God — Jesus Christ. He is not just one of many ways; He is the way, the truth, and the life. No one can come to the Father except through Him. Today, we will examine why Jesus is the only way to salvation and the importance of accepting Him as Lord and Saviour.

1. JESUS IS THE ONLY WAY TO GOD

a) Sin separates us from God
Sin creates a barrier between humanity and God (Isaiah 59:2). Without a bridge to cover this gap, we are lost and hopeless in sin.

b) Jesus came to bridge the gap
Jesus, through His death and resurrection, became the way to restore humanity's relationship with God (John 14:6). He is the only one who paid the price for our sins.

c) No salvation outside of Jesus
Acts 4:12 tells us there is no other name under heaven by which we can be saved. No other religious figure offers salvation but Christ.

d) Jesus is our mediator
Jesus stands between humanity and God, reconciling us through His sacrificial death (1 Timothy 2:5-6).

Biblical Example: The Prodigal Son
In Luke 15:11-32, the story of the Prodigal Son shows that even after wandering far from God, when we return through Jesus, we are accepted and forgiven.

2. JESUS IS THE TRUTH

a) The world is filled with deception
Many ideologies and false doctrines promise salvation, but they are lies. Jesus declared Himself the Truth, and everything outside of Him is false (John 14:6).

b) Jesus reveals the truth about God
Jesus came to reveal God's true nature of love, grace, and justice (John 1:18). In Him, we see God.

c) Truth brings freedom
John 8:32 says, "You shall know the truth, and the truth shall set you free." True freedom is found in knowing Jesus.

d) Rejecting the truth leads to destruction
Those who refuse the truth of Jesus ultimately face eternal separation from God.

Biblical Example: The Rich Young Ruler
In Matthew 19:16-22, the Rich Young Ruler sought eternal life but rejected the truth of Jesus, choosing worldly riches instead.

3. JESUS IS THE LIFE

a) Spiritual death without Jesus
All have sinned and fall short of God's glory (Romans 3:23). Without Jesus, we are spiritually dead.

b) Jesus offers eternal life
Through His death and resurrection, Jesus offers eternal life to those who believe (John 11:25).

c) Abundant life in Christ
John 10:10 reveals that Jesus came not just to give life but to give it more abundantly. He transforms our lives.

d) Life beyond the grave
For believers, death is not the end. Jesus conquered death and gave us hope of eternal life with Him.

Biblical Example: Lazarus
In John 11:1-44, Jesus raised Lazarus from the dead, demonstrating His power over life and death.

4. THE IMPORTANCE OF ACCEPTING JESUS NOW

a) We are not promised tomorrow
Life is uncertain, and we do not know what tomorrow holds (James 4:14). We must seize the opportunity to accept Jesus today.

b) Jesus stands at the door and knocks
Revelation 3:20 tells us that Jesus is constantly inviting us into a relationship with Him, but we must respond.

c) Rejecting Jesus is rejecting life
To refuse Jesus is to refuse the only source of salvation and eternal life (John 3:36).

d) The time of salvation is now
2 Corinthians 6:2 urges us not to delay but to accept the offer of salvation today.

Biblical Example: The Thief on the Cross
In Luke 23:39-43, one thief chose to accept Jesus, and he was granted eternal life at the last moment.

5. THE POWER OF JESUS' NAME

a) Salvation is in His name
Acts 4:12 declares that there is no other name under heaven by which we must be saved.

b) His name brings healing and deliverance
In Mark 16:17-18, believers are given authority in Jesus' name to cast out demons and heal the sick.

c) His name gives us access to God
Through the name of Jesus, we approach the throne of grace boldly (Hebrews 4:16).

d) Every knee shall bow at His name
Philippians 2:10-11 tells us that one day, every knee will bow and every tongue will confess that Jesus is Lord.

Biblical Example: Peter and John at the Gate Beautiful
In Acts 3:1-10, Peter and John healed a lame man in the name of Jesus, demonstrating the power of that name.

CONCLUSION:
Jesus is the only way to eternal life, the truth that sets us free, and the life that brings true fulfillment. If you have not yet accepted Him as Lord and Saviour, now is the time. He stands ready to receive you, to forgive your sins, and to give you abundant life.

PRAYER POINTS:
1. Lord, I accept Jesus as my only way to eternal life.

2. Father, help me to know Jesus more intimately every day.

3. Lord, reveal the truth of who You are to me in every area of my life.

4. Father, break every lie of the enemy that has deceived me from following Jesus.

5. Lord, let the life of Jesus manifest in me abundantly.

6. Father, help me to live every day knowing that Jesus is the only way.

7. Lord, save my family and friends who have not yet accepted You as the way, the truth, and the life.

8. Father, may I never be ashamed of the name of Jesus.

9. Lord, give me boldness to share the message of salvation with others.

10. Father, thank You for the gift of salvation through Jesus Christ.

PROPHETIC DECLARATIONS:

1. I declare that I am saved by the only name that brings salvation — Jesus Christ!

2. I declare that I will walk in the truth of Jesus, and no lie of the enemy will prevail in my life.

3. I declare that I have abundant life through Jesus Christ, now and forevermore.

4. I declare that I will live to fulfill God's purpose for my life, knowing that Jesus is my guide.

5. I declare that no power of sin or death will have dominion over me because of Jesus.

6. I declare that I will boldly proclaim the name of Jesus wherever I go.

7. I declare that my family will come to know Jesus as the only way to eternal life.

8. I declare that I will walk in the authority of Jesus' name, healing the sick and casting out demons.

9. I declare that my life will be a testimony of the power and grace of Jesus Christ.

10. I declare that every knee shall bow and every tongue shall confess that Jesus is Lord!