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B. The theological implications of Jesus as the Servant of Yahweh

1. Jesus is the fulfillment of the OT Messianic prophecy regarding the Servant of Yahweh.

2. In all of his life and relationships, Jesus demonstrated that quality of lowliness and humiliation that allowed him be to both forgiving and compassionate to sinners and the sick throughout his earthly life.

3. Jesus not only fulfilled the prophecies of Yahweh’s Servant regarding his humble life and cruel death, but he will fulfill all the prophecies regarding the reassertion and completion of God’s Kingdom to come at his Second Coming, Isa. 11.1-4.

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Conclusion

» Three key biblical motifs can be seen to comprise Jesus’ life and Messianic ministry on earth.

» As the Baptized One, Jesus identified with the sinners he came to redeem.

» As the Proclaimer of the Kingdom of God, Jesus inaugurated the reign of God and reasserted God’s right to rule over creation. » As the Suffering Servant of Yahweh, Jesus fulfilled the OT prophecies of God’s anointed servant, preaching the Good News to the poor, doing justice among the people, and giving his life as a ransom for many.