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JESUS CHRIST DEITY AS THE SON OF GOD (4- supporting scriptures in John)
1. The Word of GOD (JESUS CHRIST) is the Source of Grace and Truth (John 1:17)
John 1:17 – “For the law was given through Moses, but grace and truth came through Jesus Christ.”
This scripture shows a clear distinction between the law given through Moses and what came through Jesus Christ. While Moses was used by God to deliver the law, Jesus Christ is presented as the source of grace and truth.
From this verse, we understand that grace and truth are not merely teachings but are embodied and supplied by Jesus Christ Himself.
1a. Grace: Supporting understanding – Only GOD gives grace.
For example, James 4:6 – “God resists the proud, but gives grace to the humble.”
Since scripture clearly teaches that grace comes from God, and John 1:17 states that grace comes through Jesus Christ, it shows that Jesus Christ possesses the divine nature of God.
1b. Also, truth is an attribute of God (Psalm 31:5), and Jesus being the source of truth further confirms His deity.
In summary, this scripture shows the deity of Jesus Christ because He is the giver of grace and truth, which are divine attributes that belong to God alone.
3. Jesus CHRIST is One with GOD (John 10:30–33)
3a. John 10:30 – “I and My Father are one.”
This scripture shows that Jesus Christ clearly declared His unity with God the Father. He did not speak of being similar to God or working with God, but of being one with Him. This unity points to equality in nature, essence, and power.
From this, we understand that Jesus is not separate from God in identity but shares the same divine being. This means that whatever God is, Jesus is also.
3b. John 10:33 – “…because You, being a Man, make Yourself God.”
The Jews clearly understood His statement as a claim to deity, which is why they attempted to stone Him. Their reaction confirms that Jesus’ words were not misunderstood.
In summary, this scripture shows the deity of Christ because He openly declared Himself one with God.
4. JESUS CHRIST Accepts Worship as GOD (John 20:28–29)
4a. John 20:28 – “My Lord and my God!”
Thomas directly called Jesus God after seeing Him risen.
4b. Jesus affirmed this without correction, showing it was true.
This means Jesus is worthy of worship, which belongs only to God. This also proves His deity as GOD.
5. JESUS CHRIST has Eternal Existence (John 8:58)
5a. John 8:58 – “Before Abraham was, I AM.”
Jesus declares eternal existence and identifies with the divine name “I AM.”
This shows He is not created but eternal like God.
In summary, this proves His deity.
In Conclusion
From these scriptures in the Gospel of John, it is clear that Jesus Christ is divine. He is the source of grace and truth, one with the Father, accepted as God, and exists eternally.