--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: I testify that Jesus Christ, born in…" description: "\"I testify that Jesus Christ, born in Bethlehem, was and is the Only Begotten of the Father, the Lamb of God. He chose from before the foundations of th..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/c88/henry-b-eyring-1096_bethlehem_i-testify-that-jesus-christ-born-in-beth_1712322.jpg" --- # I testify that Jesus Christ, born in Bethlehem, was and is… ![“I testify that Jesus Christ, born in Bethlehem, was and is the Only Begotten of the Father, the Lamb of God. He chose from before the foundations of the earth to be your Savior, my Savior, and the Savior of all we will ever know or meet.” quote by Henry B. Eyring](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/c88/henry-b-eyring-1096_bethlehem_i-testify-that-jesus-christ-born-in-beth_1712322.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/c88/henry-b-eyring-1096_bethlehem_i-testify-that-jesus-christ-born-in-beth_1712322.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/c88/henry-b-eyring-1096_bethlehem_i-testify-that-jesus-christ-born-in-beth_1712322.jpg) > “I testify that Jesus Christ, born in Bethlehem, was and is the Only Begotten of the Father, the Lamb of God. He chose from before the foundations of the earth to be your Savior, my Savior, and the Savior of all we will ever know or meet.” [Henry B. Eyring](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/henry-b-eyring/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Jesus is presented as the unique, pre‑ordained Savior chosen before creation to redeem humanity. **In simple terms:** Jesus is the one true Savior chosen before the world began. Key Takeaway Recognize and trust his unique role. Themes faith redemption divine purpose Mood reverent hopeful Type theological inspirational When to use this quote - personal prayer - church teaching - missionary work - family discussions - spiritual study Key Concepts Christology predestination salvation Questions to Reflect On - How does this belief shape your daily choices? - What does "Savior of all we will ever know or meet" imply about outreach? 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