Yes, Jesus Christ is the pre-existent Creator God, Jehovah of the Old Testament, who manifested in flesh to reconcile the world to Himself.
Les Feldick clearly teaches that Jesus is none other than the Creator God of Genesis 1, the 'I Am' who existed before Abraham. He is the same Jehovah of the Old Testament revealed in human form. This identity is foundational to understanding His work on the cross and His supreme authority over all creation.
John 8:58 — Jesus’ own words declare His pre-existence and deity.
Scripture presents Jesus Christ as the pre-existent, self-existent God. In John 8:58, Jesus declared, 'Before Abraham was, I am,' claiming the divine name and eternal existence. The Bible also identifies Him as the Creator in passages like Colossians 1:16, where 'by him were all things created.'
Les Feldick emphasizes that Jesus Christ is not a mere man who came into existence at Bethlehem but is the pre-eternal, self-existent Creator God of Genesis 1. He boldly states that 'Jesus Christ of the new is the Jehovah of the old' and that His incarnation was the manifestation of God in flesh. Les also stresses that many people do not truly know who Jesus is, and he uses Matthew 16:13-16 to show that even the disciples had to answer the question, with Peter declaring, 'Thou art the Christ, the Son of the living God.'
Yes. Les Feldick teaches that the same Jesus Christ who created the universe is the One revealed in the New Testament. He points to Colossians 1:15, which describes Christ as 'the image of the invisible God' and the one through whom all things were created. He is above every name and will defeat the final enemy, death.
Les Feldick clearly teaches that Jesus Christ of the New Testament is the Jehovah of the Old Testament. They are one and the same; the only difference is that Jesus manifested Himself in the flesh. This is confirmed in John 8:58 where Jesus says, 'Before Abraham was, I am.'
In Matthew 16, Jesus asked His disciples, 'Whom do men say that I, the Son of Man, am?' After hearing various opinions, He asked them directly, 'But whom say ye that I am?' Peter answered, 'Thou art the Christ, the Son of the living God.' Les notes that at that time, Peter did not yet understand the cross or resurrection.
Understanding who Jesus is—the Creator God in flesh—is vital because it affects the significance of His death and resurrection. Les mentions that a lady confessed she had been in church all her life but never knew why Christ died. Knowing His identity is key to understanding the Gospel.
Absolutely. Les emphasizes that Jesus is the pre-eternal 'I Am' who existed before Abraham. His birth in Bethlehem was merely a manifestation in the flesh of the eternal Creator God. He has revealed Himself throughout the Old Testament in various ways.
Judgment and the Book of Life
Les explains that those who reject the Gospel will face the record of their works at the Great White Throne, because they never claimed the blood of Christ.
Jesus as Creator
Les identifies Jesus Christ as the Creator of the universe, above every name, who will ultimately defeat death.
Jesus as the Image of God
Les criticizes the common misconception that Jesus only became significant at Bethlehem, clarifying that He is the manifestation of the Creator God.
The Pre-existent 'I Am'
Les explains Jesus' claim 'Before Abraham was, I am' as proof of His pre-existence and self-existence.
Jesus is Jehovah
Les explicitly states that Jesus of the New Testament is the Jehovah of the Old and the God of Genesis 1, the same God in flesh.
Peter's Confession
Les highlights that Peter's confession, 'Thou art the Christ, the Son of the living God,' was the key answer to Jesus' question, without yet understanding the cross.
The Question of Identity
Les recounts the event at Caesarea Philippi where Jesus asked who people said He was, and Peter gave the correct answer.
Why People Need to Ask
Les shares real-life examples (a man asking 'Who is Jesus Christ?' and a woman who never knew why Christ died) to stress the importance of this question.
John 8:58: Jesus said unto them, Verily, verily, I say unto you, Before Abraham was, I am.
This verse directly supports Jesus' pre-existence and divine identity.
Colossians 1:15: Who is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn of every creature:
This verse, referenced by Les, affirms Christ's divine nature and primacy over creation.
Matthew 16:16: And Simon Peter answered and said, Thou art the Christ, the Son of the living God.
Peter's confession is a direct declaration of who Jesus is, recognized by the disciples.
Les Feldick teaches that Jesus is the same God who created the universe and revealed Himself in the Old Testament as Jehovah. He is God manifested in flesh, not a separate being.
Yes, Jesus existed before Abraham, as He declared in John 8:58. He is the pre-eternal, self-existent I Am, who later was born of Mary in the flesh.
Les explains that the god of this world blinds the minds of those who do not believe, and many have only a superficial understanding from church attendance without grasping the full biblical truth of His identity.
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