The Majestic Splendor Of Christ

Truth in History

Can you believe there are Christians who don't view Jesus as divine? Some assert Jesus was simply a man who attained godhood, while others believe He was God's messenger. They make this assertion based on their interpretation of various biblical texts. Consider Genesis 3 where Eve and Adam consume the forbidden fruit. Subsequently, they gain the ability to perceive their nudity, signifying a spiritual enlightenment that left them exposed before a holy God. A voice is heard in the garden, which I argue is Jesus Christ's voice. Deuteronomy 4:6 promotes monotheism, asserting there's only one God. But this God exists in three forms. The same voice in Genesis 3 speaks to Saul, who later becomes Paul. In Genesis 18:1, Abraham receives three guests, one of whom is the Lord, according to the King James Bible. They discuss Sarah conceiving a son in her old age, revealing that the Lord was Jesus Christ in human form before His virgin birth. In John 8, Jesus and the Pharisees discuss His age. When asked about His connection to Abraham, Jesus responds, "before Abraham was, I am." In Exodus 3, Moses encounters a burning bush where God identifies Himself as "I am". This voice was the voice of God, implying it was Jesus Christ. Joshua 5 tells of Joshua meeting a man with a drawn sword who identifies himself as the captain of the Lord's host, implying Jesus Christ. Isaiah 6 recounts Isaiah seeing the Lord on a throne, an experience later interpreted in John 12 as seeing the glory of Jesus Christ. Ezekiel 1 presents a vision of God on a throne, a vision echoed in Revelation 1, where John encounters Jesus Christ. He recognizes Jesus as Alpha and Omega, the first and last. Revelation 4 and 5 further elaborate on John's vision, showcasing the Lamb of God, a clear reference to Jesus Christ. Those present worship Him, as did Joshua, indicating His divinity. These instances imply the presence of Jesus Christ throughout the Old Testament. Even before His physical birth, He appeared in various forms, showing that He was indeed divine.