We all have rough weeks at some point and time in our lives. I know of no one who has immunity from rough and/or tough times.
I have watched people suffer and die prematurely at different times of their lives.
Parents have lost children at this time of year. Children have lost parents at this time of year. They hold something unique—they share with God in a loss at this time of year.
Death at any time is tough, but I think it is tougher when death occurs near Christmas or Easter, or near a birthday, or anniversary.
Jesus died at the age of 33. For us that seems rather early and at the prime of life for many. Have you ever wondered why 33? Numbers in the Bible usually have significant meaning. So what is the meaning of Jesus dying at 33 and in the prime of His life? In the words of one of my beloved professors to many unanswerable theological questions, he would reply, “We just don’t know.”
What we do know that at this age of 33 some rather significant events occurred in His life: He was betrayed by one of His disciples, Judas; Peter, another disciple, disowned Jesus; others spit on Him; some struck Him, injuring Him physically and leaving Him in tremendous pain; He was mocked; He was crucified and He died a horrendous death.
In the end, this 33-year old’s response was simply this—“Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing.”
Are you 33 this week? Do you ever think about the age of 33 in your life?
Whenever someone tells me they are 33 years old, I always respond that it is the age when Jesus was crucified and died for you and for me.
Where was I when I was 33? I was in seminary learning more about my Lord and Savior. What a great way to have spent my thirty-third year of life, learning about my Savior, and your Savior.
Research says that many people say they have been their happiest around the age of 33. I could agree with this. I was learning more about my Lord and Savior and rather healthy at that point and time in my life.
I am much older now and I have not come anywhere near accomplishing as much as Jesus did in His short 33 years. I hate to break it to you—neither have you.
There is nothing we can do greater than what Jesus did for each and every one of us during His 33rd year of life. By His grace, He chose to give up His life for us so that we might be forgiven of our sins and have a life eternal in heaven one day.
Would you drink a glass of water with a teaspoon of sewage in it? Would you drink a glass of water half filled with sewage? Would you drink a full glass of nothing but sewage? The answer is no.
Regardless of whether you have a teaspoon of sin in your life or full glass of sin in your life, we all have sin in our life and Christ is the only answer for removing it from our lives.
Thank God for the gift of Christ and eternal life this Easter. We sinners need to be thankful that Christ loved us enough to give us forgiveness and many opportunities to be a part of His heavenly and eternal kingdom.
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What we do know that at this age of 33 some rather significant events occurred in His life: He was betrayed by one of His disciples, Judas; Peter, another disciple, disowned Jesus; others spit on Him; some struck Him, injuring Him physically and leaving Him in tremendous pain; He was mocked; He was crucified and He ...
What is the significance of the 33 year of Jesus? ›
Jesus' traditional age when he was crucified and resurrected. According to Al-Ghazali the dwellers of Heaven will exist eternally in a state of being age 33. Islamic prayer beads are generally arranged in sets of 33, corresponding to the widespread use of this number in dhikr rituals.
Why is age 33 your Jesus year? ›
I know someone somewhere read the title and wondered “What is a “Jesus Year?” For those who aren't familiar with the story, Jesus of Nazareth was believed to have been crucified and resurrected during his 33rd year of life.
How many years was Jesus on earth? ›
| Jesus |
|---|
| Born | c. 6 to 4 BC Herodian kingdom, Roman Empire |
| Died | AD 30 or 33 (aged 33 or 38) Jerusalem, Judaea, Roman Empire |
| Cause of death | Crucifixion |
| Known for | Central figure of Christianity Major prophet in Islam and Druze Faith Manifestation of God in Baháʼí Faith |
2 more rows33 is pretty unique. Number 33 is a Master Number (Master Teacher) and resonates with the energies of compassion, blessings, inspiration, honesty, discipline, bravery and courage. Number 33 tells us that 'all things are possible'. 33 is also the number that symbolizes 'guidance'.
What is the importance of 33? ›
In numerology, 33 is considered a "master number." It radiates harmonious and caring energy, emphasizing the importance of helping others and fostering unity. It also promotes creativity and expression, encouraging you to let your artistic side shine.
Why is age 33 important? ›
Some say it is because Jesus died at 33, while others say it's because 33 is when we reach our physical and intellectual peaks. Research has found that age 33 is apparently also when we are happiest. Naturally, I felt a weight of expectation as this pivotal birthday arrived.
When was Jesus's actual birthday? ›
The date of the birth of Jesus is not stated in the gospels or in any historical sources and the evidence is too incomplete to allow for consistent dating. However, most biblical scholars and ancient historians believe that his birth date is around 4 to 6 BC.
Was Jesus a life path 33? ›
This path is associated with religious or spiritual ideals of the highest order. For example, if a life path were to be given to Jesus Christ himself, it would be 33; the same with other enlightened figures and deities like Buddha and Krishna.
What happens when you are 33 years old? ›
At 33, individuals often find themselves juggling multiple responsibilities. They may be navigating career demands, managing personal relationships, and possibly starting a family. Finding balance becomes a key focus during this stage of life.
Part of the story of “anno Domini” time takes us back to the fourth and fifth century, when Christian scholars like Eusebius of Caesarea and John Chrysostom were trying to calculate what they considered was the beginning of Christian time – in other words, the birth date of Jesus of Nazareth.
How old was Jesus when he was crucified? ›
However, Bond makes the case Jesus died around Passover, between A.D. 29 and 34. Considering Jesus' varying chronology, he was 33 to 40 years old at his time of death.
What is Jesus' real name? ›
Jesus' name in Hebrew was “Yeshua” which translates to English as Joshua. So how did we get the name “Jesus”?
How long did Jesus live after he rose from the dead? ›
So what about the somewhat mysterious Acts 1:1-3? First, it indicates that Christ's ascension occurred fully 40 days after Easter. In other words, he was on earth, at least intermittently, for substantially more than a month. Was it precisely 40 days?
How old was the Virgin Mary when she had Jesus? ›
Some unproven apocryphal accounts, such as the apocryphal Gospel of James 8:2, state that at the time of her betrothal to Joseph, Mary was 12–14 years old. Her age during her pregnancy has varied up to 17 in apocryphal sources.
Why is the 33rd birthday important? ›
Thirty-three, after all, is a “Jesus Year.” Jesus did his most important work in the three years before he died at 33, which is why some believe the age is important, sacred even.
What was the significance of Jesus dying at 33 years old? ›
There is nothing we can do greater than what Jesus did for each and every one of us during His 33rd year of life. By His grace, He chose to give up His life for us so that we might be forgiven of our sins and have a life eternal in heaven one day. Would you drink a glass of water with a teaspoon of sewage in it?
What is the history of the number 33? ›
In Christianity, Jesus is said to have been 33 years old when he was crucified and resurrected, making the number 33 a symbol of sacrifice and spirituality.
Why did Jesus go to Jerusalem in AD 33? ›
In around 33 AD, Jesus traveled to the city of Jerusalem for the Jewish ceremony of Passover. There were thousands of pilgrims from around the world and the temple provided services for them to change their foreign money or buy animals to sacrifice.
