Deity of Christ
If the miracles of Jesus prove that he is God, then why don't the miracles of the other prophets prove that they are God as well?
Quick answer
While it is true that many prophets in the Old Testament performed miracles, the nature and purpose of Jesus' miracles were unique. Jesus' miracles were not just acts of power but also served as signs of his divine authority and identity as the Son of God.
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Key verses
John 10:37-38bible
If I am not doing the works of my Father, then do not believe me; but if I do them, even though you do not believe me, believe the works...
Matthew 11:4-5bible
And Jesus answered them, 'Go and tell John what you hear and see: the blind receive their sight and the lame walk...'
John 14:11bible
Believe me that I am in the Father and the Father is in me, or else believe on account of the works themselves.
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