Why does history centre on Jesus? Have you ever wondered why our calendars centre on the life of Jesus? Why is this the year 2026 - 2,026 years since Jesus walked the earth?
Every time we write the date, we’re marking time in reference to him. His life, death and resurrection stand at the centre of history.
But why?
The Bible gives a striking answer.
In Revelation 4–5, through the Apostle John, we’re shown what sits at the very centre of ultimate reality.
Chapter 4 begins with God on his throne, holy, sovereign, creator of all things:
“You are worthy, our Lord and God,
to receive glory and honour and power,
for you created all things…” (Revelation 4:11)
But then the scene shifts.
In God’s hand is a scroll - his plans for the world. But no one is worthy to open it. No one can bring his purposes to completion.
Until one is announced:
“See, the Lion of the tribe of Judah… has triumphed.” (Revelation 5:5)
A conquering king.
But when John looks, he sees something unexpected:
“Then I saw a Lamb, looking as if it had been slain, standing at the centre of the throne…” (Revelation 5:6)
At the centre of everything is Jesus - the Lamb who was slain, now standing on the throne and receiving the worship of heaven.
And he is worthy because:
“you were slain,
and with your blood you purchased for God
persons from every tribe and language and people and nation.” (Revelation 5:9)
So it’s no accident that history turns on Jesus.
He stands at the centre of reality as the crucified saviour and he invites us to centre our lives on him.
This Easter, come and join us as we remember his death and celebrate his resurrection. We would love to see you tomorrow at our Good Friday service at 10am at Te Whaea (11 Hutchison Rd, Newtown) and on Sunday at our usual service times and locations.
Grace & peace,
Andrew