Introduction: A Hard and Holy Concept
- Jesus’ Direct Claim to Deity (in this passage)
A. Jesus is equal with God (5:18) ...
- In Everything (5:19-20)
- In Giving Life (5:21, 26)
- In Judging (5:22, 27)
- In Being Honored (5:23)
B. Jesus is not a rival to God.
- Loved by God the Father (5:20)
Submitting to God the Father (5:19)
Liar, Lunatic, or Lord? ... Legend?
Jesus’ Indirect Claims to Deity (in other passages)
- Jesus forgave sins.
- Jesus taught on his own authority.
- Jesus performed miracles on his own authority.
- Jesus applied OT passages about YHWH to Himself.
- Jesus connected eternity with relationship with Him.
- Jesus received worship willingly.
Application: Believing ... and Submitting ... and Believing
Conclusion: The True Son of God