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In short
This study shows that the Bible reveals Jesus Christ as God: the Word made flesh, the Creator, the Redeemer, the Lord, and the perfect sacrifice for sin. It connects the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit while pointing the reader to faith in the true Jesus Christ.
Where am I?
You are in the Walk with Jesus journey. This study strengthens the core confession of who Jesus Christ is and why He is worthy of worship, obedience, and trust.
Why does this matter?
A wrong view of Jesus leads to a wrong faith. The believer must know and confess the true Christ revealed in Scripture, because salvation rests in Him alone.
This study is for
- Readers asking whether Jesus Christ is truly God.
- Believers who want stronger biblical foundations for the deity of Christ.
- People comparing Jesus with prophets, teachers, angels, or religious leaders.
Questions answered in this study
- How does the Bible show the relationship between Jesus, the Father, and the Holy Spirit?
- Where is the Trinity seen in Scripture?
- How is Jesus connected with creation?
- Why does Jesus have authority above angels?
- Why could Jesus be the perfect sacrifice for sin?
What is the relationship between Jesus, God the Father and the Holy Spirit? Back to contents ↑
The Bible strongly indicates that Jesus is God and that Jesus send His Holy Spirit to the earth, so all are God. But how can we know for sure?
The bond between Jesus, God and the Holy Spirit is so strong that at times they seem interchangeable in the Bible. While there are passages where they clearly appear as separate beings, like in Psalms 2:
“I will declare the decree: the LORD hath said unto me, Thou art my Son; this day have I begotten thee.”
Psalms 2:7 (KJB)
Where Is the Trinity in the Bible? Back to contents ↑
Key verses: Isaiah 48:16-17
In Isaiah 48:16 Jesus talks about who sent Him: The Lord God and His Spirit.
“Come ye near unto me, hear ye this; I have not spoken in secret from the beginning; from the time that it was, there am I: and now the Lord GOD, and his Spirit, hath sent me.”
Isaiah 48:16 (KJB)
The next verse Jesus is still talking, this time about Himself:
“Thus saith the LORD, thy Redeemer, the Holy One of Israel; I am the LORD thy God which teacheth thee to profit, which leadeth thee by the way that thou shouldest go.”
Isaiah 48:17 (KJB)
From the context in the Bible we know that the Redeemer is Jesus, so this clearly states that Jesus is God and He was already present in the Old Testament!
Jesus is God the Creator, Which Makes Him Lord Over All That Has Been Created Back to contents ↑
Key verses: Genesis 1:1; John 1:1-3; Colossians 1:15-16; Hebrews 1:10
To understand how Jesus has a Godly nature, we should let the Bible speak for itself. This starts with Genesis 1:1:
“In the beginning God created the heaven and the earth.”
Genesis 1:1 (KJB)
This fist verse summarizes the story of Creation, where God’s powerful Word brings the universe to life. Throughout Genesis 1, the phrase "God said..." illustrates the power that is in His Word. Now John explains who actually is this Word:
“In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. The same was in the beginning with God. All things were made by him; and without him was not any thing made that was made.”
John 1:1-3 (KJB)
Here the word 'Word' is connected with the word 'him', so the Word is a person! The apostle Paul mention this truth as he is talking about Jesus in his letters to the Colossians and the Hebrews:
“Who is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn of every creature: For by him were all things created, that are in heaven, and that are in earth, visible and invisible, whether they be thrones, or dominions, or principalities, or powers: all things were created by him, and for him:”
Colossians 1:15-16 (KJB)
“And, Thou, Lord, in the beginning hast laid the foundation of the earth; and the heavens are the works of thine hands:”
Hebrews 1:10 (KJB)
Now with this knowledge combined we have evidence to state that Jesus is God the Creator of the heaven and earth; all things, that are visible and invisible.
Jesus: The Authority and the Sacrifice Back to contents ↑
Key verses: Hebrews 1:4; Hebrews 1:8; Hebrews 2:7; Genesis 3:21; John 3:16b
Jesus holds a place of high authority, seated at the right hand of God. His authority is even far above the honor of angels:
“Being made so much better than the angels, as he hath by inheritance obtained a more excellent name than they.”
Hebrews 1:4 (KJB)
“But unto the Son he saith, Thy throne, O God, is for ever and ever: a sceptre of righteousness is the sceptre of thy kingdom.”
Hebrews 1:8 (KJB)
However, in humility and love, He chose to become temporarily lesser than the angels, namely as a human being:
“Thou madest him a little lower than the angels; thou crownedst him with glory and honour, and didst set him over the works of thy hands:”
Hebrews 2:7 (KJB)
Why? To carry the heavy load of the punishment which we deserve for our corrupted character, resulting in a sinful life. When we listen to the impulses of our corrupted nature, we enter a state of unrest. The Bible consistently teaches that this can only be addressed by the offering of innocent blood, which provides a covering for sin’s. Now Jesus as God in the Flesh has never sinned, so therefore He was and is the only one that can take our sins. This is our only way to life and by this He will grant us His rest. This principle was demonstrated early in the Bible when God made garments of animal skins for Adam and Eve in Genesis 3:21, showing that blood is needed to cover their sins:
“Unto Adam also and to his wife did the LORD God make coats of skins, and clothed them.”
Genesis 3:21 (KJB)
However, as this animal blood wasn't pure, sacrifices of many innocent animals were required on a regular basis and were never enough. The sacrifices were later performed in the temple, unto the moment that Jesus came and took all these sacrifices away for once and for all. Jesus came to earth to become the ultimate, perfect sacrifice, dying for His people. His mission is summarized in John 3:16b, promising eternal life to all who believe in Him:
“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.”
John 3:16 (KJB)
We invite you to come to Jesus now. Accept His perfect, innocent blood as the covering for your sins. In doing so, you can restore perfect harmony with God and Jesus. Embrace this gift of reconciliation and experience the peace that comes from being in right relationship with your Creator. If you aren't born again yet, read this article: How to Become Born Again.
Frequently asked questions
Does the Bible teach that Jesus Christ is God?
Yes. Scripture reveals Jesus as the Word who was with God and was God, the Creator of all things, the Redeemer, and the Lord who receives honor and worship.
Where is the Trinity seen in this study?
The study points to passages such as Isaiah 48, where the speaker is connected with the Lord God and His Spirit, showing distinction and unity in the Godhead.
Why does Jesus being Creator matter?
If all things were created by Him and for Him, then Jesus has authority over creation. He is not part of creation; He is Lord over it.
Why is Jesus the only sufficient sacrifice?
Because Jesus is God manifest in the flesh and without sin, His blood is the perfect and sufficient covering for sin. No animal sacrifice and no human work can replace Him.
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