187. Work, Unfinished, The, Of Jesus
187. Work, Unfinished, The, Of Jesus
187 THE UNFINISHED WORK OF JESUS
INTRODUCTION There are many paradoxes in life; also found in the Bible.
Work of Jesus divided into two classes: finished and unfinished; emphasis placed mostly on his finished.
I. JESUS’ FINISHED WORK 1. Personal ministry. (John 19:30.) (a) Redemption of man. (Hebrews 9:26.) (b) His revelation of truth .
2. His apostolic ministry.
(a) Inspired men to teach the truth. (John 14:26; John 16:13.) (b) Its confirmation by miracles . (Hebrews 2 : l-4.) (c) Apostles had no successors.
(d) No new revelation. (Galatians 1:9.) II. SOME UNFINISHED WORK 1. With those who preach. (Matthew 28:20.) (a) Blesses and encourages preaching. (b) Hence only truth to be preached.
2. Adding to the church . (Acts 2:47.) (a) Obedient added . (b) This work continues.
3. Edifying members.
(a) Jesus present in worship. (Matthew 18:20.) (b) Pray in his name. (John 14:13.) (c) Prayer shows unfinished work.
4. Perfector of our faith. (Hebrews 12:2.) (a) All things unto edifying. (1 Corinthians 14:26.) (b) He will finish his work. (Romans 9:28.) (c) All worship unfinished.
5. Work of intercession continues.
(a) Our mediator. (1 Timothy 2:5.) (b) Now makes intercession. (Hebrews 7:25.) 6. Head over the church.
(a) The church his body. (Colossians 1:18; Ephesians 1:22.) (b) He governs his body.
7. He is king over his kingdom .
(a) He is NOW King. (1 Timothy 6:15.) (b) Sanctify him as Lord . (1 Peter 3:15.) (c) His reign continues. (1 Corinthians 15:25.) 8. Will judge at the last day.
(a) Judge by his words. (John 12:48.) (b) Work not finished till after judgment.