Hello fellow forum members, I was curious if anyone displays a Jesus Fish Auto Emblem on their car. I purchased one yesterday and I couldn't be happier . The quote below is the story behind the Jesus Fish:
The earliest followers of Jesus were persecuted and forced to worship in hidden locations. Often these believers would scratch the secret symbol of a fish in the ground to help them identify other Christians.
Not only was fish a common food of the day, often used and referenced by Jesus during His ministry, but the letters which make up the Greek word for "fish" (IXOYE) also spell out a secret message about our Lord. I-Jesus, X-Christ, O-Salvation, Y-Son, E-Savior. The name of Jesus brings the power of life and salvation. In a word, the name of Jesus captures the central message of the Christian faith. Together with the symbol of the fish, this emblem reminds the world that our faith isn't about religion, but a relationship with the Living God through Jesus Christ.
Actually I've heard the fish symbol goes back to Jonah. It is said to represent struggling through hardship, and coming out the other side with God. I'd have to do some research though to back this.
Kurieuo.
"Whoever will call on the name of the Lord will be saved." (Romans 10:13)
If true, isn't it a great example of how Christianity has stood the test of time, and people from many diverging beliefs and cultures have embraced Christianity?
Kurieuo.
"Whoever will call on the name of the Lord will be saved." (Romans 10:13)
Kurieuo wrote:Actually I've heard the fish symbol goes back to Jonah. It is said to represent struggling through hardship, and coming out the other side with God. I'd have to do some research though to back this.
. The quote below is the story behind the Jesus Fish:
