If Jesus receives all things from the Father, then he cannot be God because God does not receive anything from anyone.

The argument begins by acknowledging that while it is true that God does not receive anything from anyone in the sense of needing or depending on creation, this does not negate the distinct roles within the Trinity. The Father, Son, and Holy Spirit are three distinct Persons of one divine essence, and it is entirely plausible for one Person to give to another without undermining the self-sufficiency of God. This internal dynamic within the Godhead allows for the Son to receive all things from the Father as part of their divine relationship. Furthermore, the Scriptures affirm that Jesus is the Son of God and the Heir of all creation, which is crucial to understanding his role. Colossians 1:16-17 explicitly states that all things were created through and for the Son, indicating his preeminence and eternal nature. This means that Jesus, as the Son, exists before all created things and actively sustains creation, roles that only God can fulfill. Additionally, the title 'Firstborn of all creation' does not imply that Jesus was created but rather signifies his position of authority and inheritance over all creation. This title reflects his unique relationship with the Father and his role in the divine plan of salvation. Therefore, the assertion that Jesus cannot be God because he receives from the Father overlooks the profound truth of the Trinity and the eternal nature of Christ's divinity.