Muslims believe that Jesus cannot be the Messiah because he did not fulfill the prophecies of an eternal kingdom.

In Daniel 7:13-14, the prophet Daniel describes a figure known as the 'Son of Man' who is given authority and worship from all nations, indicating a divine status. This figure is distinct from God, referred to as the Ancient of Days, yet shares in divine attributes such as eternal reign and the right to be worshiped. This suggests that the Messiah is not merely a human ruler but a divine being who embodies both humanity and divinity. Furthermore, the prophecies in Zechariah and Psalms reinforce the idea that Yahweh is a king who rides the clouds and reigns over all the earth, which parallels the description of the Son of Man in Daniel. These texts highlight the expectation of a king who brings peace and whose kingdom lasts forever, characteristics that Christians attribute to Jesus. Thus, the Christian understanding of Jesus as the Messiah is supported by Old Testament prophecies that point to a divine figure who fulfills the role of king and savior. The eternal kingdom established through Jesus' resurrection and ascension fulfills the expectations set forth in these prophetic texts, demonstrating that he is indeed the Messiah who reigns eternally.