Why is Jesus called a prophet like Moses?

In Deuteronomy 18:18, God promises to raise up a prophet like Moses from among the Israelites, indicating that this prophet would carry divine authority and speak God's words. Jesus fulfills this prophecy as He was born a Jew and performed miracles similar to Moses, serving as both a prophet and a mediator of the New Covenant. Unlike Moses, Jesus speaks with the fullness of God's authority, revealing God's character and will in His teachings and life. This connection is vital for understanding the continuity of God's plan of salvation; Jesus not only parallels Moses but also surpasses him, bringing the fullness of grace and truth and establishing a new covenant through His sacrificial death.