The divinity of Jesus Christ, the Son of God, is a central tenet of Christian theology, affirming that Jesus is both fully God and fully man. This doctrine is rooted in Scripture and has been upheld by the Church since its earliest days.

Old Testament Foreshadowing

The Old Testament contains numerous prophecies and types that point to the divine nature of the Messiah. Isaiah 9:6 proclaims, "For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given, and the government will be upon His shoulders. And He will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace." This passage attributes divine titles to the coming Messiah, indicating His divine nature.

New Testament Affirmation

The New Testament provides explicit affirmations of Jesus' divinity. The Gospel of John opens with a profound declaration: "In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God" (John 1:1). This verse identifies Jesus (the Word) as God, establishing His preexistence and divine essence.

In John 8:58, Jesus Himself declares, "Truly, truly, I tell you, before Abraham was born, I am!" This statement echoes the divine name revealed to Moses in Exodus 3:14, where God identifies Himself as "I AM." By using this name, Jesus asserts His eternal existence and divine identity.

Apostolic Testimony

The apostles consistently affirm Jesus' divinity in their writings. In Colossians 2:9, Paul writes, "For in Christ all the fullness of the Deity dwells in bodily form." This verse emphasizes that the entirety of God's nature resides in Jesus, underscoring His divine status.

The author of Hebrews also testifies to Jesus' divine nature, stating, "The Son is the radiance of God’s glory and the exact representation of His nature, upholding all things by His powerful word" (Hebrews 1:3). This passage highlights Jesus as the perfect manifestation of God's essence.

Divine Works and Authority

Jesus' divine authority is demonstrated through His works and teachings. He exercises power over nature, as seen when He calms the storm in Mark 4:39, saying, "Peace, be still!" His authority over life and death is evident in the raising of Lazarus (John 11:43-44) and His own resurrection (John 20:19-29).

Moreover, Jesus forgives sins, a prerogative reserved for God alone. In Mark 2:5-7, Jesus tells a paralytic, "Son, your sins are forgiven," prompting the scribes to question, "Who can forgive sins but God alone?" This act affirms His divine authority.

Worship and Acknowledgment

Throughout the New Testament, Jesus receives worship, which is due only to God. In Matthew 14:33, after Jesus walks on water, the disciples worship Him, saying, "Truly You are the Son of God." Thomas, upon seeing the risen Christ, exclaims, "My Lord and my God!" (John 20:28).

Conclusion

The divinity of Jesus Christ is a foundational doctrine supported by Scripture, affirming that He is the eternal Son of God, worthy of worship and possessing all the attributes of deity.Matthew 26:63-67
But Jesus held his peace, And the high priest answered and said to him, I adjure you by the living God, that you tell us whether you be the Christ, the Son of God.
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