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The Prophesied Messiah: Discussion on Isaiah 49 and Jesus' Identity

Explore the prophecies in Isaiah 49 about the Messiah and Jesus' fulfillment of them. Engage in discussions about Jesus' nature, his self-identification, and his role as the Messiah. Discover the diverse perspectives on Jesus' identity and significance. Delve into the rich symbolism and teachings surrounding the Messiah in the Old and New Testaments.

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The Prophesied Messiah: Discussion on Isaiah 49 and Jesus' Identity

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  1. The Joy of Homecoming Isaiah 49:5-13

  2. He says, “It is too small a thing that You should be My Servant To raise up the tribes of Jacob and to restore the preserved ones of Israel; I will also make You a light of the Nations so that My salvation may reach to the end of the earth.” Isaiah 49:6

  3. “Jesus was a great man and a Prophet, but he was not the Messiah.”

  4. Statement: “When He lived on earth, Jesus Christ was human and committed sins like other people.” Agree strongly 20% Agree somewhat 30% Disagree strongly 30% Disagree somewhat 20%

  5. DISCUSSION GUIDE 1. Isaiah prophesied about how the Messiah was formed in the womb (49:5). What does that say about the value of the unborn? The Purpose of Jesus was established from the beginning of time and physical birth was necessary to fulfill His purpose. Unborn babies are people and God has a plan for their lives.

  6. DISCUSSION GUIDE 2. What is the incredible significance of (v. 6) for Christians everywhere? God chose to open salvation up to more people than just the Israelites. Jesus is for the nations.

  7. DISCUSSION GUIDE • 3. What do the following passages teach about the characteristics of the Messiah? • (Daniel 7:13-14) He has dominion over everything and everyone • (Daniel 9:25-26) The time of His birth was predicted • (John 1:13-14) He was born of God. His glory is from God and He is full of grace and truth • (John 8:58-59) Jesus declared Himself the Messiah • (John 10:30) I and the Father are one

  8. DISCUSSION GUIDE 4. The Jews do not accept that Jesus is the Messiah. Why do you?

  9. DISCUSSION GUIDE • 5. Jesus identified Himself as the Messiah. Look up these passages and record how He referred to Himself. • (John 8:35) I am the Bread of Life • (John 8:12) I am the Light of the World • (John 8:58) I am before Abraham • (John 10:7-9) I am the Door • (John 10:11-15) I am the Good Shepherd • (John 11:25) I am the Resurrection • (John 14:6) I am the Way, the Truth and the Life • (John 15:1, 5) I am the True Vine

  10. DISCUSSION GUIDE 6. Which of the “I Am” references for Jesus do you most identify with? Why?

  11. DISCUSSION GUIDE 7. In (Isaiah 49:8-13) Isaiah describes a great homecoming. List the who and what of this homecoming.

  12. DISCUSSION GUIDE 8. Complete the following chart that points to fulfilled prophecy about the Messiah that Jesus completed.

  13. DISCUSSION GUIDE 9. How does Jesus fulfilling Old Testament prophecy validate His claim to be the Messiah?

  14. DISCUSSION GUIDE 10. How does (Colossians 2:9) sum up the identity of Jesus? He was God in the flesh.

  15. The Real Jesus Christ There's the Republican Jesus—who is against tax increases and activist judges, for family values and owning firearms. There's Democrat Jesus—who is against Wall Street and Wal-Mart, for reducing our carbon footprint and printing money. There's Therapist Jesus—who helps us cope with life's problems, heals our past, tells us how valuable we are and not to be so hard on ourselves.

  16. There's Starbucks Jesus—who drinks fair trade coffee, loves spiritual conversations, drives a hybrid, and goes to film festivals. There's Open-minded Jesus—who loves everyone all the time no matter what (except for people who are not as open-minded as you). There's Touchdown Jesus—who helps athletes fun faster and jump higher than non-Christians and determines the outcomes of Super Bowls. There's Martyr Jesus—a good man who died a cruel death so we can feel sorry for him.

  17. There's Gentle Jesus—who was meek and mild, with high cheek bones, flowing hair, and walks around barefoot, wearing a sash (while looking very German). There's Hippie Jesus—who teaches everyone to give peace a chance, imagines a world without religion, and helps us remember that "all you need is love." There's Yuppie Jesus—who encourages us to reach our full potential, reach for the stars, and buy a boat. There's Spirituality Jesus—who hates religion, churches, pastors, priests, and doctrine, and would rather have people out in nature, finding "the god within" while listening to ambiguously spiritual music.

  18. There's Platitude Jesus—good for Christmas specials, greeting cards, and bad sermons, inspiring people to believe in themselves. There's Revolutionary Jesus—who teaches us to rebel against the status quo, stick it to the man, and blame things on "the system." There's Guru Jesus—a wise, inspirational teacher who believes in you and helps you find your center. There's Boyfriend Jesus—who wraps his arms around us as we sing about his intoxicating love in our secret place. There's Good Example Jesus—who shows you how to help people, change the planet, and become a better you.

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