The Premortal and Mortal Savior

Starting in John chapter 1 verses 1-14, it talks about Jesus Christ during the time before he came to earth. This time is known as the "Premortal Life" or the "Preexistence." The following are truths that I have learned from these scriptures about Jesus Christ in the Premortal Life.

• Jesus Christ was the First born of Heavenly Father in the spirit.
• Jesus Christ is the creator of the Earth and all that is on it.
• Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ were one in purpose from the beginning.
• The Light of Christ is given to all men who come to Earth.
• The word of God is in Jesus Christ.

In John chapter 17 verses 1-5 The Savior is speaking directly to Heavenly Father and he speaks many truths about himself and the purpose of his mortal ministry. The following are some truths that I have learned about the mortal Savior.

• Jesus Christ is the only begotten son of Heavenly Father.
• Christ's life was directed towards glorifying Heavenly Father.
• Jesus Christ was given the power to save all of us and grant us eternal life.
• What the Savior did on Earth was foreordained.
• When God glorifies the Savior, it gives him more power and authority to do Gods work.

In both the Old and New Testament, the Savior is referred to by many different names. The following are a few names that Jesus was given that I would like to discuss:

• Christ- The name "Christ" is a sacred name given to the Savior that refers to his purpose as our Savior, or Messiah. 
• Messiah- This is an Aramaic word meaning "The Anointed," which refers to the one who was chosen to be the deliverer and king for the Jewish people.
• Jehovah- This is the proper name of the God of Israel (Messiah). It's literal meaning is "Self-existent one" or "The Eternal" and was such a sacred name to the Jews of the Old Testament that they usually referred to him as "Lord."
• Immanuel- This is a name given to Jesus in Isaiah 7:14 that refers to the prophecy of his birth into mortality. 
• The Word- Jesus Christ is referred to as "The Word," because he is key to the entire Plan of Salvation. All that Heavenly Father wants to happen and all that he commands is put into effect by the Savior. 

I have a testimony that Jesus Christ is the true redeemer and Messiah. I anxiously look forward to the day that the Son of God comes to the Earth again and saves all of Gods children.