Deity of Christ
Muslims believe that Allah is the only true God and that Jesus cannot be divine since he is a creation and not the creator.
Quick answer
Christians respond by affirming that Jesus is not only a great prophet but also the Son of God, who possesses divine attributes. The New Testament presents Jesus as the great High Priest and Shepherd, emphasizing his divine authority and eternal reign.
Full argument
The Quran emphasizes the greatness and uniqueness of Allah, stating that He is the knower of all things and the only one worthy of worship. However, Christians believe that Jesus, as the Son of God, shares in this divine greatness. The New Testament describes Jesus as the one who is great and who reigns eternally, highlighting his role as the great High Priest who intercedes for humanity. Furthermore, Jesus is depicted as the Son of Man who will return with power and glory, indicating his divine authority over all creation. This dual nature of Jesus as both fully divine and fully human is central to Christian belief, distinguishing him from mere prophets or created beings.
Key verses
Luke 1:32-33bible
He will be great and will be called the Son of the Most High...
Hebrews 4:14bible
Therefore, since we have a great high priest who has passed through the heavens, Jesus the Son of God...
Matthew 24:30bible
They will see the Son of Man coming on the clouds of the sky with power and great glory.
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