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Jesus Christ's Life: Key Events

The life of Jesus Christ, from his birth in 4 B.C. to his crucifixion and resurrection in 30 A.D., is a pivotal moment in human history marked by teachings that continue to shape the world today. This comprehensive account chronicles Jesus' journey from humble beginnings in Nazareth to his triumphant entry into Jerusalem, followed by his ultimate sacrifice and glorious resurrection.
Updated Jul 01, 2020
Jesus Christ's Life: Key Events
  1. Preparatory Period (4 B.C.-26 A.D.)
    1. Birth of Jesus (4 B.C.)
    2. Jesus in the Temple (8 A.D.)
    3. Life in Nazareth (8-26 A.D.) 
       
  2. Early Ministry, Judea (26-27 A.D.)
    1. Baptism, Temptation, First Disciples.
    2. Visit to Cana and Capernaum.
    3. First Passover, Nicodemus. 
       
  3. Period of popular favor; Galilee (27-29 A.D.)
    1. John imprisoned; Samaria; Galilee.
    2. Rejection at Nazareth.
    3. Twelve chosen.
    4. Sermon on the Mount.
    5. Tours through Galilee; Parables and Miracles.
    6. Five thousand fed. The Bread of Life. 
       
  4. Period of Opposition; Galilee, Judea and Perea (29-30 A.D.)
    1. The Great Confession; the Transfiguration.
    2. Departure from Galilee; the Seventy sent out.
    3. Lazarus raised; retirement to Perea.
    4. Return to Jerusalem; teachings on the way; Jericho, Zacchaeus; arrival at Bethany. 
       
  5. The Final Week; Jerusalem (30 A.D.)
    1. Triumphal entry.
    2. Teaching and controversies in the Temple.
    3. Greeks at the feast; Discourse on the Last Days.
    4. The Passover; the Last Supper; Gethsemane.
    5. Arrest; examination; crucifixion; burial. 
       
  6. Resurrection and Ascension (30 A.D.)
    1. Resurrection; appearances to the Disciples.
    2. Meetings with the Disciples in Galilee; forty days.
    3. The Ascension.

Article taken from A Guide to Bible Study by J. W. McGarvey (public domain).

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