The Trinity
Muslims believe that the Father is the only true God and that Jesus cannot be God.
Quick answer
The Christian response emphasizes that while the Father is indeed the only true God, Jesus is also fully God as evidenced by scripture. Key passages in the Gospel of John and other New Testament writings affirm the divinity of Jesus, showing that he is recognized as God by his followers.
Full argument
The Gospel of John clearly states that there is only one true God, which Muslims often cite to argue against the divinity of Jesus. However, this understanding does not negate the full divinity of Jesus as presented in the same Gospel. For instance, in John 20:28, Thomas calls Jesus 'My Lord and my God,' which Jesus accepts, indicating his divine nature. Furthermore, other New Testament writings, such as Titus 2:13-14 and 2 Peter 1:1, refer to Jesus as 'our great God and Savior,' reinforcing the belief in his divinity. Therefore, the Christian doctrine holds that Jesus is both fully God and fully man, a belief that is consistent with the monotheistic tradition of Judaism, as seen in the acknowledgment of Jesus' divine identity by his disciples.
Key verses
John 20:28bible
Thomas answered and said to him, 'My Lord and my God!'
Titus 2:13bible
waiting for our blessed hope, the appearing of the glory of our great God and Savior Jesus Christ
2 Peter 1:1bible
To those who have obtained a faith of equal standing with ours by the righteousness of our God and Savior Jesus Christ
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