The Trinity
Muslims might argue that Jesus cannot be God because the Father gives Him authority and glory.
Quick answer
The Christian response is that if Jesus cannot be God because He receives authority from the Father, then by the same logic, the Father cannot be God either since He also receives power and glory from creation. This reasoning is flawed as it misinterprets the nature of divine authority and worship.
Full argument
Key verses
Matthew 28:18bible
All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me.
Philippians 2:9-11bible
God exalted him to the highest place and gave him the name that is above every name.
Deuteronomy 32:8-9bible
For the Lord’s portion is his people; Jacob is the allotment of his inheritance.
Psalm 29:1-2bible
Ascribe to the Lord, you heavenly beings, ascribe to the Lord glory and strength.
1 Corinthians 15:24bible
Then comes the end, when he hands over the kingdom to God the Father.
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