What does the title 'Our Lord' signify in the early Christian community?

• A. A title for Peter as head of the Church.
• B. A description of Jesus' mortal status.
• C. A term used only for Jesus' miracles.
• D. Applied to the risen Jesus, affirming his divine authority.

Answer: (D)

The main idea is that “Our Lord” expresses the early Christian confession of Jesus’ lordship and divine authority, especially after his victory through the resurrection. In the early church, calling Jesus “Lord” (the same term used for God in Scripture) signals that he shares in divine status and has the authority to save, to rule the church, and to judge. This designation is tied to the risen, exalted Jesus, who now reigns and is worthy of worship—not merely a mortal teacher or miracle worker. In this sense, the community’s prayers and proclamations confess Jesus as the one whom God has exalted and who holds ultimate authority over all things.