The Story of Salvation - Jesus Christ and the Early Church

The angel Gabriel announces to Mary that she will bear the Son of God.
Featured Artwork:
"The Annunciation" by Leonardo da Vinci
c. 1472–1476

Jesus is born in Bethlehem, bringing light and hope to the world.
Featured Artwork:
"The Adoration of the Shepherds" by Gerard van Honthorst
1622
Mary and Joseph present baby Jesus at the temple, where Simeon recognizes the Messiah.
Featured Artwork:
"The Presentation of Jesus in the Temple" by Ambrosius Benson
c. 1540
John the Baptist baptizes Jesus in the Jordan River as the Holy Spirit descends.
Featured Artwork:
"The Baptism of Christ" by Andrea del Verrocchio and Leonardo da Vinci
c. 1472–1475

Jesus calls his first disciples to follow him and become fishers of men.
Featured Artwork:
"The Calling of Saints Peter and Andrew" by Caravaggio
1603–1606
Jesus teaches the Beatitudes and core principles of Christian living.
Featured Artwork:
"The Sermon on the Mount" by Carl Bloch
1877
Jesus miraculously feeds a vast crowd with just five loaves and two fish.
Featured Artwork:
"The Miracle of the Loaves and Fishes" by Lambert Lombard
c. 1550

Jesus is transfigured before Peter, James, and John, revealing his divine glory.
Featured Artwork:
"The Transfiguration" by Raphael
1516–1520
Jesus enters Jerusalem riding on a donkey while crowds wave palm branches.
Featured Artwork:
"Entry of Christ into Jerusalem" by Pedro Orrente
c. 1620
Jesus shares his final meal with the disciples and institutes communion.
Featured Artwork:
"The Last Supper" by Leonardo da Vinci
1495–1498

Jesus gives his life on the cross for the salvation of humanity.
Featured Artwork:
"Christ Crucified" by Diego Velázquez
c. 1632
Christ rises from the dead, conquering sin and death forever.
Featured Artwork:
"The Resurrection of Christ" by Piero della Francesca
c. 1463–1465

Jesus appears to two disciples on the road, revealing himself in the breaking of bread.
Featured Artwork:
"The Supper at Emmaus" by Caravaggio
1601

Jesus gives his disciples the mission to spread the gospel to all nations.
Featured Artwork:
"Christ's Charge to Peter" by Raphael
1515–1516

Jesus ascends to heaven, promising to return and sending the Holy Spirit.
Featured Artwork:
"The Ascension of Christ" by Andrea Mantegna
c. 1460

The Holy Spirit comes upon the disciples, empowering them to spread the gospel.
Featured Artwork:
"Pentecost" by Titian
c. 1545
John's vision of God's perfect kingdom where all things are made new.
Featured Artwork:
"The New Jerusalem" by Gustave Doré
1866
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