Deity of Christ
Why do Christians seek refuge in Jesus when the Quran teaches that we should only seek refuge in Allah?
Quick answer
Christians believe that Jesus is the embodiment of God's Word and the ultimate source of refuge. While the Quran emphasizes seeking refuge in Allah, Christians understand Jesus as fully divine and a direct access point to God, affirming that He is indeed the refuge for believers.
Full argument
The Quran teaches that believers should seek refuge in Allah alone, as seen in verses like Surah 1:5 and Surah 7:200. However, Christians interpret Jesus as the Word made flesh (John 1:14), which means that seeking refuge in Him is not contrary to seeking refuge in God. In fact, Jesus Himself taught His followers to come to Him for rest and refuge (Matthew 11:28-30). This understanding aligns with the Christian belief in the Trinity, where Jesus is fully God and fully man, making Him a perfect mediator between humanity and God. Furthermore, the New Testament emphasizes that believers can approach God through Jesus, who intercedes for them (Hebrews 7:25). Therefore, seeking refuge in Jesus is consistent with seeking refuge in God, as they are one and the same in the Christian faith.
Key verses
John 1:1bible
In the beginning was the Word...
Matthew 11:28bible
Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened...
Hebrews 7:25bible
Therefore he is able to save completely those who come to God through him...
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