At the close of his First Letter to the Corinthians, Paul offers a prayer to the risen Jesus using an Aramaic expression that many scholars consider pre-Pauline, meaning that it originated before Paul’s own ministry. Its preservation in Aramaic strongly suggests that it stems from the earliest Christian community in Jerusalem. As with other cherishedContinue reading “Maranatha – A Prayer to Jesus”
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YHWH – Noun and Adjective
In a recent discussion on the Trinity, I was asked whether the name YHWH can function adjectivally to support my Monarchical Trinitarian perspective—specifically, that the Father being YHWH by name does not preclude Jesus from being YHWH by predication (i.e., adjectivally). To support this view, notice what these anti-Christian Jews say about Deuteronomy 6:4, theContinue reading “YHWH – Noun and Adjective”
The Uncreated Word of God – John 1:1
Post taken from: http://www.samshmnthelogy.net The following excerpt is taken from the monumental work titled The Incarnate Christ and His Critics: A Biblical Defense, authored by Robert M. Bowman Jr. & J. Ed Komoszewski, published by Kregel Academic, Grand Rapids, MI, 2024, Part 2: Like Father, Like Son: Jesus’ Divine Attributes, Chapter 12: In the BeginningContinue reading “The Uncreated Word of God – John 1:1”
Hidden Nugget of Christ’s Deity
The passages Luke 18:9–14 and Luke 19:1–10 present two accounts that, when read together, reveal a striking theological pattern. Whether one sees the first as a parable and the second as its lived-out reality, or both as independent yet parallel narratives, they point toward the same deeper truth. Luke 8:9-14 – 9 Also He spoke thisContinue reading “Hidden Nugget of Christ’s Deity”
The Holy Spirit is the 3rd Person of the Trinity
Personification A key question in this discussion is how to recognize genuine personification in Scripture. Normally, personification is evident when something is described in a way that cannot possibly be taken literally—when inanimate or abstract things are said to act like persons. We instinctively recognize such language, say a rock crying out, as figurative. However,Continue reading “The Holy Spirit is the 3rd Person of the Trinity”
Triadic Formulas in the NT – Robert M. Bowman
In the preceding three rounds of this debate, I have argued that the person of Jesus Christ existed as God prior to the creation of the world and that the Holy Spirit is also a divine person. If my argument up to this point has been successful, I have thoroughly refuted the Biblical Unitarian positionContinue reading “Triadic Formulas in the NT – Robert M. Bowman”
Jesus walks on and controls the Sea as YHWH
Jesus controls the Sea 23 Now when He got into a boat, His disciples followed Him. 24 And suddenly a great tempest arose on the sea, so that the boat was covered with the waves. But He was asleep. 25 Then His disciples came to Him and awoke Him, saying, “Lord, save us! We are perishing!” 26 But He said to them, “Why areContinue reading “Jesus walks on and controls the Sea as YHWH”
Hebrews 1:8-9 – Jesus, The Davidic King who is God
Hebrews 1:8-9 says: 8 But to the Son He says:“Your throne, O God, is forever and ever;A scepter of righteousness is the scepter of Your kingdom.9 You have loved righteousness and hated lawlessness;Therefore God, Your God, has anointed YouWith the oil of gladness more than Your companions.” This is a direct quotation of Psalm 45:6-7 6Your throne, O God, is forever and ever;A scepter of righteousness is the scepterContinue reading “Hebrews 1:8-9 – Jesus, The Davidic King who is God”
1 Corinthians 10:1-4 – Jesus, the Rock who is God
Table of Contents Objections In 1 Corinthians 10:1-4, Paul says Moreover, brethren, I do not want you to be unaware that all our fathers were under the cloud, all passed through the sea, 2 all were baptized into Moses in the cloud and in the sea, 3 all ate the same spiritual food, 4 and all drank the same spiritual drink. For they drank ofContinue reading “1 Corinthians 10:1-4 – Jesus, the Rock who is God”
Explicit Proof Jesus is God – Isaiah 63:1-6: Treading the Winepress
Isaiah 63:1-6 presents a striking depiction of God as a warrior who tramples on His enemies: Isaiah 63:1-6“Who is this who comes from Edom,With dyed garments from Bozrah,This One who is glorious in His apparel,Traveling in the greatness of His strength?”—“I who speak in righteousness, mighty to save.”2 Why is Your apparel red,And Your garmentsContinue reading “Explicit Proof Jesus is God – Isaiah 63:1-6: Treading the Winepress”
Jesus, Eternally Begotten – Psalm 110:3 (109:3 LXX)
In Psalm 110:3 (109:3 LXX) it mentions the begetting of David’s Lord: Greek LXX: “The Lord said to my lord (Eipen ho Kyrios to Kyrio mou), ‘Sit on my right until I make your enemies a footstool for your feet.’ A rod of your power the Lord will send out from Sion. And exercise dominionContinue reading “Jesus, Eternally Begotten – Psalm 110:3 (109:3 LXX)”
Revelation 22:1-5 – Latreuo Worship given to Jesus
Revelation 22:1-5 and the Worship (Latreuo) Given to God and the Lamb And he showed me a pure river of water of life, clear as crystal, proceeding from the throne of God and of the Lamb. 2 In the middle of its street, and on either side of the river, was the tree of life, which bore twelve fruits, each tree yielding itsContinue reading “Revelation 22:1-5 – Latreuo Worship given to Jesus”
Isaiah 9:6 – Jesus, the Mighty God
For to us a child is born, to us a son is given; and the government shall be upon his shoulder, and his name shall be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace (Pele Yoetz, El Gibbor, Avi AD, Sar Shalom). Of the increase of his government and of peace there willContinue reading “Isaiah 9:6 – Jesus, the Mighty God”
Genesis 19:24 – 2 YHWH’s?
YHWH’s Manifestation in Human Form: A Study of Genesis 18–19 The narrative in Genesis 18–19 presents a striking episode in which YHWH appears on earth in tangible, human form. These chapters depict Him performing ordinary human actions—eating food, having His feet washed with water, and conversing directly with Abraham. This is not a distant, abstractContinue reading “Genesis 19:24 – 2 YHWH’s?”
Malachi 3:1 – The 1 God is 2 persons
Malachi 3:1 and the Divine Identity of the Messiah: A Theological Examination Malachi 3:1 is a central prophetic text often cited in discussions surrounding the nature and identity of the Messiah. This verse not only predicts the coming of John the Baptist and the Messiah but also presents powerful clues regarding the divine status ofContinue reading “Malachi 3:1 – The 1 God is 2 persons”
Micah 5:2 – The Uncreated Ruler Born in Bethlehem
The Eternal Nature of the Ruler from Bethlehem: A Prophetic Insight The prophecy concerning the Ruler who will come from Bethlehem, as recorded in the Holy Bible, reveals a remarkable truth about His nature—one that transcends ordinary humanity. The language used by the prophet to describe this Ruler clearly points to His eternal existence andContinue reading “Micah 5:2 – The Uncreated Ruler Born in Bethlehem”
Zechariah 13:7 – YHWH’s consubstantial Shepherd
Yahweh Has No Equal—Except One Man The Hebrew Scriptures emphatically declare that Yahweh has no equal. No creature—whether in the heavens or on the earth—can be compared to Him or possesses certain characteristics or qualities: 18 To whom then will you liken God?Or what likeness will you compare to Him?… 25 “To whom then will you liken Me,Or to whom shallContinue reading “Zechariah 13:7 – YHWH’s consubstantial Shepherd”
Revelation – Trinity is Yahweh of the Old Testament
1. The Lamb with Seven Eyes and Seven Horns John describes a powerful scene in heaven: “And I looked, and behold, in the midst of the throne and of the four living creatures, and in the midst of the elders, stood a Lamb as though it had been slain, having seven horns and seven eyes,Continue reading “Revelation – Trinity is Yahweh of the Old Testament”
Jesus as Melchizedek
The ‘Melchizedek’ That Baffled the Jews: Understanding His Significance Melchizedek is a mysterious figure in the Bible, mentioned only twice in the Old Testament, yet he plays a pivotal role in both Jewish and Christian thought. His story raises fascinating theological questions, especially concerning the nature of priesthood, kingship, and divine intervention. Melchizedek is mentionedContinue reading “Jesus as Melchizedek”
Trinity in Targum Neofiti
Targum Neofiti (or Targum Neophyti) is the largest of the Western Targumim on the Torah, or Palestinian Targumim. More than a mere Aramaic translation of the Hebrew text, Neofiti offers lengthy expansions on the biblical text at several places. Neofiti’s date of origin is uncertain. The manuscript’s colophon dates the copy to 1504 in Rome. Continue reading “Trinity in Targum Neofiti”
1 Corinthians 8:6 – One YHWH Jesus
Table of Contents The Shema: A Christianized Confession of One God and One Lord The Shema, one of the most foundational declarations in Jewish faith, is found in Deuteronomy 6:4 and has had a profound impact on the early Christian creed. In order to understand its Christianized application, it is vital to begin by examiningContinue reading “1 Corinthians 8:6 – One YHWH Jesus”
Jude 1:4-5 – Everything shows Jesus is YHWH
Table of Contents Jude in Greek and English In Jude 1:4, the apostle Jude makes a profound statement about the identity of Jesus Christ. The Greek text reads: τον μόνον δεσπότην και κύριον ημών ιησουν χριστον“the only Master and Lord of us Jesus Christ” Here, the phrase τον μόνον δεσπότην και κύριον is particularly significant,Continue reading “Jude 1:4-5 – Everything shows Jesus is YHWH”
2 Peter 1:1 – Granville Sharp proves Jesus is God
Table of Contents Before we start, lets me remind you the Granville Sharp Rule. Here is the NET footnote to 2 Peter 1:1 The terms “God and Savior” both refer to the same person, Jesus Christ. This is one of the clearest statements in the NT concerning the deity of Christ. The construction in GreekContinue reading “2 Peter 1:1 – Granville Sharp proves Jesus is God”
Granville Sharp’s Rule
Table of Contents 1. What is the Granville Sharp’s Rule? 2. Does Granville Sharp’s Rule Apply to Plural Nouns and Proper Names? 3. Why such criteria’s? 4. “The King and Queen” is 1 Person? 5. Exceptions? 6. 2 Thessalonians 1:12 – Sharp’s Rule? 7. Ephesians 5:5 – Sharp’s Rule? 8. KJV and Granville Sharp’s RuleContinue reading “Granville Sharp’s Rule”
Hebrews 1:6 – Jesus worshipped as God
Hebrews 1:6 – Let All God’s Angels Worship Him: Jesus as the Object of Divine Worship Hebrews 1:6 reads: “And again, when He brings the firstborn into the world, He says, ‘Let all God’s angels worship Him.’” (ESV) This verse is rich with theological depth, touching on Jesus’ identity, rank, and role in the divineContinue reading “Hebrews 1:6 – Jesus worshipped as God”
Hebrews 1:5 – Jesus, God’s Royal Son
For to which of the angels did He ever say: “You are My Son,Today I have begotten You”? And again: “I will be to Him a Father,And He shall be to Me a Son”? Hebrews 1:5 The Royal Sonship of Christ and His Superiority to Angels In Hebrews 1:5, the author draws from two OldContinue reading “Hebrews 1:5 – Jesus, God’s Royal Son”
Hebrews 1:1-4 – Jesus is God
Hebrews 1:1 God, who at various times and in various ways spoke in time past to the fathers by the prophets, – Hebrews 1:1 Meaning of “Last Days” “God, who at various times and in various ways spoke in time past to the fathers by the prophets, has in these last days spoken to us by HisContinue reading “Hebrews 1:1-4 – Jesus is God”
Daniel 7:13-14 – The Angelic Son of Man
This is part 4 of our 4 part series. Suffice it to say, these liberal scholars have grappled with the identity of the Son of Man, with some of them taking this figure to be an angel, perhaps the archangel Michael himself. Amy-Jill Levine & Marc Zvi Brettler “The prevailing academic position, however, takes Daniel’sContinue reading “Daniel 7:13-14 – The Angelic Son of Man”
Daniel 7:13-14 – Non-Christian Sources
This is part 3 of our 4 part series. Here is snippet from AnsweringIslam: John J. Collins The early Jewish and Christian interpretation of Daniel’s Son of Man From the very beginning the Son of Man of Daniel was identified as the Messiah. In fact this has been the traditional orthodox interpretation, one held byContinue reading “Daniel 7:13-14 – Non-Christian Sources”
Daniel 7:13-14 – Rides the Clouds
This is part 2 of our 4 part series. What makes the “Son of Man” figure so astonishing is that He does things which, according to the Hebrew Scriptures, only God does. Most notably, He rides on the clouds, a symbolic act consistently associated with divine appearance and authority throughout the Old Testament. Daniel writes:Continue reading “Daniel 7:13-14 – Rides the Clouds”