Is Jesus the "NAME" of God?
Dr. Michael S. Heiser・8 minutes read
The Old Testament's portrayal of God as a man laid the foundation for accepting the idea of God in human form, which was challenged by the rejection of Jesus as the Messiah. The connection between Jesus and the Old Testament emphasized his divine nature, leading to the belief that seeing Jesus is equivalent to seeing God the Father.
Insights
- Descriptions of God as man in the Old Testament paved the way for the acceptance of God in human form, setting the stage for the idea of Jesus as the incarnation of God.
- The rejection of Jesus as the Messiah challenged individuals to grasp the profound belief that Jesus, as the Word of the Lord, was not just a representation of God but was, in fact, divine, embodying the essence of God Himself.
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Recent questions
How did the Old Testament prepare people for God in human form?
By describing God as man, the Old Testament laid the foundation for the concept of God in human form. This preparation, especially for Jews, helped them understand the idea of God becoming a man.
What challenge did the rejection of Jesus as the Messiah pose?
The rejection of Jesus as the Messiah presented a challenge for people to accept the notion that God took on human form. This rejection prompted individuals to grapple with the idea of God becoming a man.
According to John 1:1, who is Jesus?
According to John 1:1, Jesus is referred to as the Word of the Lord, emphasizing that "the Word was God." This verse underscores the divine nature of Jesus.
Why was the concept of God becoming a man significant?
The concept of God becoming a man was significant as it surpassed God merely appearing visually as a human in the Old Testament. This idea held profound implications for understanding the nature of God.
What role did Jesus play in delivering Israel from Egypt?
Jude 5 connects Jesus to the Old Testament, highlighting his role in delivering Israel from Egypt. This connection underscores Jesus' significance in the historical narrative of Israel's deliverance.
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God as Man: Old Testament to Jesus
- Descriptions of God as man in the Old Testament prepared people, especially Jews, for the concept of God in human form.
- The rejection of Jesus as the Messiah posed a challenge for people to accept that God became a man.
- John 1:1 states that Jesus is the Word of the Lord, emphasizing that "the Word was God."
- The idea of God becoming a man was significant as it went beyond God appearing visually as a human in the Old Testament.
- Jude 5 connects Jesus to the Old Testament, highlighting his role in delivering Israel from Egypt.
- Jesus is portrayed as manifesting God's name, with the belief that seeing Jesus is akin to seeing the Father.
- The concept of Two Powers in Heaven, with Jesus as the second Yahweh figure, was a key aspect of Jewish theology until Jesus' time.
