Who is Jesus to Me?

"Who and what was Jesus and what (if anything) does this mean for our own lives? Thus, perhaps ironically, we must go outside particular theological interpretations, and behind traditional narratives, to find what we can reasonably know about Jesus' life, work, and death before we are in a position to decide how, or whether, to respond."

In response to Professor Matt's post: Christianity as a Response to Jesus, I started thinking, Who is Jesus to me? Honestly, I do not know. Growing up as a Catholic all my life, I am used to attending Church services. I have realized that I have become so accustomed to the routine of church, with the readings from the Bible and the recitation of prayers, that I do not actually pay attention to the words and messages that are being said. Like a lot of teenagers, I feel like I am zoning out and I am not truly understanding the purpose what attending church is about.

Like Professor Matt pointed out, each person must comes to terms with who they think Jesus was. It is up to each and every person to decide.  Jesus, as the priests have preached, is my savior. He died a horrendous death out of love for his people, and he will one day come again "in glory to judge the living and the dead." 

Reflecting on this, Jesus, in my opinion, is my safety net.  I feel that when times are tough, I turn to Him to ask for guidance. Even though I do not receive an answer, I feel comfort in my attempt to seek answers to my problems and unanswered questions. Maybe I do receive an answer, who knows? It is said that he works in mysterious ways....