Jesus is a symbol of hope and faith because he came to Earth, taught thousands of God's Kingdom as the only hope for suffering and dying mankind. The fact that he was resurrected gives us hope that we too will be resurrected into that Paradise or Kingdom. We can be confident that Gods' Word, The Bible verifies that it is inspired of God and beneficial for teaching reproving and setting things straight. (2Timothy 3:16,17) The fact that History verifies Jesus' life and teachings helps to prove that the Bible trustworthy, written of prophecy and fact.
I hope this answers question #4 for you.
They are records of teachings and history and serve as a guideline for spiritual development.
In order from First happened to last happened God's Creation of the Earth Jesus Christ's Death Jesus Christ's Resurrection
Mike Licona has written: 'The resurrection of Jesus' -- subject(s): Resurrection, History of doctrines, Historicity
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Islam and the Quran are false religious teachings and false religions are evil:
it is important because it is in world history
The first advent of Jesus Christ to earth-- His incarnation, birth, life, death, resurrection, and ascension- is the focal point of all history.
One of the most important facets of the Battle of Hastings in 1066 is that it was the first time in history that the British had been defeated. Franceâ??s Duke of Normandy had such determination to cross the heretofore impassable, watery fortress that was the English Channel that he did just that, proving that no nation can ever be completely confident in its supremacy.
He was important in history because he formed the biggest army in ancient history.