The Names of Jesus

Jesus - Name Above Every Name

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Mon, 04 Oct 2010 13:04:38 +0000

In this final reflection in the Names of Jesus series, Fr. Tom Hopko shows how the Name of Jesus is supreme.

Jesus - Pioneer and Perfector

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Fri, 24 Sep 2010 16:46:23 +0000

In this next to last episode in the Names of Jesus series, Fr. Tom takes us to Hebrews 12 where the RSV tells us that Jesus is the "Pioneer and Perfector" of our Faith.

Jesus - Mediator and Intercessor

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Fri, 17 Sep 2010 12:11:18 +0000

Holy Scripture tells us there is "One Mediator between God and men" (I Timothy 2:5). Fr. Tom Hopko teaches on Christ as our Mediator and Intercessor.

Jesus - The Head

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Fri, 10 Sep 2010 14:40:53 +0000

Jesus is the Head of the Church and the Head of the Body which is the Church. Fr. Thomas reflects on this title for Christ in this new episode.

Jesus - Cornerstone, Shrine, and Temple

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 15:26:18 +0000

Several places in Holy Scripture, there are architectural images given to describe our Lord. Fr. Thomas reflects on them in today's episode.

Jesus - The Physician

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Wed, 18 Aug 2010 13:29:36 +0000

We know that Jesus is the Healer of soul and body, and the New Testament is replete with accounts of his miraculous works. But how do we differentiate between Jesus as the Healer and Jesus as the Physician?

Jesus - True and Faithful Witness

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Sun, 08 Aug 2010 01:49:39 +0000

What is the testimony of the Lord Jesus Christ as described in the Book of Revelation? Fr. Tom Hopko explores this with us in his next episode of The Names of Jesus.

Jesus - Pastor and Bishop

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Wed, 28 Jul 2010 19:58:59 +0000

As Fr. Tom comes close to the end of this series, he explores with us the name of Jesus as Pastor and Bishop.

Jesus - Angel and Apostle

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 03:11:32 +0000

Fr. Tom continues his series on the Names of Jesus by exploring two names that we do not usually associate with Christ.

Jesus - Friend and Brother

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Sat, 10 Jul 2010 06:10:41 +0000

We affirm as central to the Great Tradition both the divinity and humanity of Jesus, but today Fr. Tom focuses on the humanity of Christ as our Friend and Brother.

Jesus - Sin and Curse

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Sat, 26 Jun 2010 19:26:33 +0000

The Son of God became the Son of Man and was "made sin" according to the Scriptures. What should we understand about this way of speaking of Jesus?

Jesus - The Holy One of God

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Sat, 12 Jun 2010 13:43:34 +0000

In his continuing series on the Names of Jesus, Fr. Tom Hopko explores Jesus as the Holy One of God.

Jesus - The Heir

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Sat, 29 May 2010 16:53:58 +0000

In this next episode of The Names of Jesus, Fr. Tom talks about the inheritance that God promises to his people that comes to us through Christ.

Jesus - The Firstfruit

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 20 May 2010 18:08:41 +0000

In a previous episode, Fr. Tom talked about Jesus as the "Firstborn," but there is another similar image in Scripture that describes Jesus as the "Firstfruit."

Jesus - The Bridegroom

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Mon, 29 Mar 2010 20:16:47 +0000

This week we will hear a lot about the Bridegroom in our Holy Week services. Who is this Bridegroom and what is the significance of that title?

Jesus - The Chosen and Beloved

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Sat, 27 Mar 2010 12:55:54 +0000

In his continuing series on the names of Jesus, Fr. Thomas looks at the meaning behind the scriptural references to God's chosen ones through whom came God's Chosen One.

Jesus - The Firstborn

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Tue, 23 Mar 2010 02:11:28 +0000

What is the significance of the firstborn son in ancient culture and how does that relate to Christ?

Jesus - Our Redeemer

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 20:11:48 +0000

What does it mean to say that we are "bought with a price"? Fr. Tom talks about redemption and how Christ has "purchased us" with his own blood or Life.

Jesus - The Paraclete

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 15:03:14 +0000

While normally associated with the Holy Spirit, the name Paraclete also refers to Jesus as our Advocate, Comforter, and Counselor.

Jesus - Our Peace

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Sat, 13 Feb 2010 19:54:35 +0000

Peace is not simply the absence of conflict but rather a virtue reflecting the character of God Himself.

Jesus - The True Vine

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Mon, 11 Jan 2010 11:12:30 +0000

Fr. Tom explores the last of the "I Am" statements in St. John's Gospel.

Jesus - The Door

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Mon, 04 Jan 2010 18:06:49 +0000

In John 10, Jesus talks about gates, thieves, and robbers, but he also talks about salvation and abundant life!

Jesus - The Resurrection

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 10 Dec 2009 18:15:23 +0000

What does it mean to say that Jesus is "The Resurrection"? Today Fr. Tom dives deeply into the significance of the Gospel as it relates to the resurrection of Christ.

Jesus - The Bread of Life

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 17:08:33 +0000

Jesus didn't just say he would give us our daily bread; he said he is the Bread of Life. Fr. Tom Hopko continues his study of the great "I Am" sayings of Jesus.

Jesus - The Life

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 21:59:37 +0000

Fr. Thomas has explored Jesus as the Way, the Truth, and now, the Life. What does life mean and how is Christ identified as THE life?

Jesus - The Truth

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 09:30:45 +0000

Jesus does not say he will show us Truth. He claims to BE Truth. He is full of Truth, full of Grace, and the very definition of Truth.

Jesus - The Way

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 19:50:30 +0000

Jesus said, "I go and prepare a place for you, but I will come back, and I will take you with me." He also talked about "the way I am going," but the disciples asked, "How can we know the way?" Jesus then responded with those famous words, "I Am the Way, the Truth, and the Life." Today Fr. Thomas thinks about the significance of "The Way."

Jesus - The Sun of Righteousness

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Sun, 11 Oct 2009 18:09:45 +0000

In our Troparia for Nativity, we sing "Your Nativity, O Christ our God, has shone to the world the Light of wisdom! For by it, those who worshipped the stars, were taught by a star to adore You, the Sun of Righteousness, and to know You, the Orient from on High. O Lord, glory to You!" In today's episode, Fr. Tom reflects on these terms for Christ.

Jesus - The Light Of The World

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Sun, 04 Oct 2009 16:22:57 +0000

One of the great "I Am" statements in Scripture is in John's Gospel where Jesus said, "I am the Light of the world" (John 8:12). Today Fr. Tom explores the word "light" and the significance of Christ's claim.

Jesus - The Judge

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Sun, 27 Sep 2009 11:40:10 +0000

God does not want to condemn anyone, but his judgment is a merciful judgment, and God's divinity is revealed through his Son, Jesus. Learn more in this episode of the Names of Jesus series.

Jesus - The Righteous One

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 12:15:21 +0000

If anyone sins, we have an advocate with the Father, Jesus Christ, the righteous one (I John 2). Fr. Tom explores what the Scriptures mean by this term.

Jesus - The Suffering Servant

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 09:52:21 +0000

What was the nature and purpose of the death of Christ as depicted in the Old Testament prophecy of Isaiah? Get your Orthodox Study Bible out and follow along as Fr. Thomas teaches us verse by verse.

Jesus - The Servant of the Lord

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Mon, 31 Aug 2009 19:59:44 +0000

Listen to a fascinating and instructive word study on the word "servant" and how it is applied to Jesus in both the Old and New Testaments.

Jesus - The Lamb of God

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Fri, 21 Aug 2009 14:56:31 +0000

God commanded Abraham to sacrifice his son Isaac on the altar. Fr. Tom explores this passage and others that refer to Jesus as "the Lamb."

Jesus - The Good Shepherd

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 13 Aug 2009 11:47:00 +0000

Jesus is the "Great Shepherd of the Sheep" (Hebrews 13:20) but at the same time the "Lamb that was slain" (Revelation 5:12). Fr. Tom Hopko explores these passages and more on this episode.

Jesus - The King

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Wed, 05 Aug 2009 13:33:34 +0000

The Lord is King and reigns in majesty! Fr. Tom explores the numerous references to Jesus as King in the Scriptures.

Jesus - The Great High Priest

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Wed, 29 Jul 2009 20:54:24 +0000

Fr. Tom takes us to the Letter to the Hebrews which tells us why Jesus is the perfect sacrifice or offering.

Jesus - The Prophet

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Mon, 20 Jul 2009 09:38:33 +0000

When the Bible refers to Jesus as The Prophet, is it saying He is able to predict the future or is it something much deeper?

Jesus - The Teacher

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 21:33:48 +0000

Fr. Tom Hopko continues his informative series on the Names of Jesus by exploring the term "Rabbi" or "Teacher" when referring to Jesus.

Jesus - The Last Adam

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Sun, 14 Jun 2009 12:06:33 +0000

Fr. Tom contrasts the original Adam with Christ who is called The Last or New Adam.

Jesus - The Man

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Sat, 06 Jun 2009 13:26:10 +0000

Fr. Thomas Hopko delves deep into the reality that Jesus is truly Man.

Jesus - Son of Man

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Sat, 30 May 2009 14:10:13 +0000

Why does Jesus refer to Himself as Son of Man when virtually no one else does?

Jesus - The Power of God

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Fri, 22 May 2009 15:53:39 +0000

As Fr. Tom continues his series on the Names of Jesus, he examines the word "Power" and how it applies to Christ.

Jesus - The Icon of God

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Sat, 09 May 2009 14:05:51 +0000

Fr. Tom explores what the scriptures mean when they say Jesus is the very Image of God.

Jesus - The Wisdom of God

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Fri, 08 May 2009 23:41:07 +0000

If Jesus is the Word of God, it follows that he is also the Wisdom of God. For where God's Word is, there is also his Wisdom.

Jesus - The Word of God

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Sat, 02 May 2009 19:58:13 +0000

Ask the average Christian today to define the "Word of God," and he will probably say "The Bible." Fr. Thomas says Jesus is the Word, not just a word of God. He takes us to the first chapter of John to begin today's study.

Jesus - God (part 2)

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Fri, 24 Apr 2009 03:59:23 +0000

Fr. Tom continues his examination of Jesus as God.

Jesus - God (part 1)

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Fri, 17 Apr 2009 23:59:37 +0000

In his continuing series on the Names of Jesus, Fr. Tom explores Jesus as God.

Jesus - I Am

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Fri, 10 Apr 2009 18:51:43 +0000

Where and why in the Scriptures is the term "I Am" used to refer to Christ and why is it so critical to His identity?

Jesus - The Lord

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Sat, 04 Apr 2009 17:22:02 +0000

In Matthew 22, Jesus asked "What do you think of the Christ? Who's Son is He?" What follows is a dialog about David's son and his statement in Psalm 110 "The Lord said to my Lord . . " What does it mean that Jesus is The Lord?

Jesus - Son of God (part 2)

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Sat, 28 Mar 2009 03:10:42 +0000

Jesus is the ONLY begotten Son and is ontologically related to God the Father unlike any other being.

Jesus - Son of God (part 1)

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Mon, 23 Mar 2009 03:13:32 +0000

Fr. Tom discusses Christ's divinity. Jesus is human, yes, but he is also God!

Jesus The Christ

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Fri, 20 Mar 2009 09:07:39 +0000

Fr. Hopko continues his series on the names of Jesus, this time focusing on the name Christ, which means "the anointed one."

Jesus the Savior

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 17:15:22 +0000

In his 2nd episode on the Names of Jesus, Fr. Tom explores the roots and meaning of the name Jesus - God Saves.

The Name of Jesus

feeds@ancientfaith.com (Thomas Hopko and Ancient Faith Radio) — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 03:00:30 +0000

The Angel told the Theotokos, “You will call his name Jesus, for he will save his people from their sins.” Fr. Thomas Hopko explores the significance of this name, as well as its origins.