He Is the Way

The life, example, and sacrifice of Jesus Christ are central to our salvation. By following Him, we can become like our Heavenly Father and return to His presence.

Redeemer

Jesus Christ saved each of us from death and sin. He willingly suffered for our sins in Gethsemane and on Calvary. After dying on the cross, He was resurrected. Through His Atonement, He overcame both spiritual and physical death. Jesus redeems all who believe and “who have a broken heart and a contrite spirit” (2 Nephi 2:7).

See also Isaiah 26:19; 2 Nephi 9:5–7, 10–12; Moses 5:14–15.

Judge

Because of His Atonement, Jesus Christ understands us perfectly and will serve as our judge. “For we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ” (2 Corinthians 5:10). We will be judged by what we have done and by what we have become.

See also John 5:22; Revelation 22:11–12; 2 Nephi 9:15–16.

Advocate

An advocate is someone who represents another during a trial. Jesus Christ is our Advocate. He has supported us from the beginning and will plead for us before the Father. Jesus will satisfy “the demands of justice” (Mosiah 15:9) for all who repent and believe in Him. Because Jesus is the Mediator between us and God, we have the chance to receive eternal life.

See also 1 Timothy 2:5; Hebrews 9:15; 1 John 2:1; Doctrine and Covenants 45:3–5; Moses 7:39.