Translated into English by Dr. Maxwell Shimba
Shimba Theological Institute
**Why Is Jesus Called God?
Through the Qur’an and the Bible**
Many loud claims have been made among us, especially by Muslims, attempting to persuade us to accept what they believe. They continue to hold tightly to their views concerning the Divinity of Jesus. The root of all the questions Muslims ask about the Lord Jesus begins the moment Jesus took on human flesh. At first glance, this act may seem to diminish His divine authority. However, from my understanding, this act never lowered His authority—rather, it concealed it for the following reason:
God Once Revealed Himself Openly—and Humans Perished
Follow this:
Exodus 19:20–21 – The LORD descended upon Mount Sinai… The LORD called Moses up the mountain… Then the LORD said to Moses, “Go down and warn the people lest they break through to gaze at the LORD, and many of them perish.”
The key question:
In what form must God appear so that human beings can endure His presence?
Answer:
He must come in a form that covers the terrifying intensity of His divine authority from sinful human beings.
When He appears in human form, He experiences hunger, tears, walking, sleeping, and all human conditions. This is why Jesus is 100% God and 100% man.
Follow:
Exodus 33:18,20 – Moses said, “Show me Your glory.” God replied, “You cannot see My face, for no one can see Me and live.”
This fundamental reason explains why Jesus took on human flesh through Mary. The body of Jesus covered His majestic divine authority—it would not have been wise to reveal it fully, lest humanity perish instead of being saved. In other words, God (Jesus) used His human body as a means to approach His servants—just as God once revealed Himself in a burning bush according to the Qur’an.
“Humanity Is God’s Communication Method With His Servants”
Qur’an 42:51 – God communicates with His servants through:
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Inspiration
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From behind a veil (a covering of His authority)
The Qur’an mentions the veil as an instrument through which God speaks to humans. This veil is a covering that hides the full reality of God. Thus, God at certain times chooses to reveal Himself from behind a veil.
What is the veil according to the Bible?
Hebrews 10:20 – “through the veil, that is, His flesh.”
In the Bible, the veil represents the body of the Lord Jesus. His human flesh is the medium of communication between God and man—a covering that makes it possible for humanity to encounter Him without being destroyed.
Supporting Scriptures:
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1 Timothy 3:16 – “God was manifested in the flesh.”
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Hebrews 10:5 – “A body You prepared for Me.”
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Philippians 2:7 – “He made Himself of no reputation… being made in the likeness of men.”
Why Is He Called the Son If He Is God?
Jesus’ title “Son of God” originates from His action of taking on human flesh.
John 1:14 – “The Word became flesh… the glory as of the only Son from the Father.”
This verse presents two great truths:
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He became flesh
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He is called the Son from Heaven
The Reason
Jesus’ mission to save humanity required Him not only to cover His divine glory but also to change His authoritative title temporarily.
A Simple Illustration
Water can change into different forms. When it freezes, we no longer call it water—we call it ice.
Question: Is ice not water?
Answer: It is water, only temporarily transformed in nature—and it will eventually return to its original state.
Likewise, Jesus was called the Son because He temporarily took on a form suitable for redeeming humanity.
He became “ice” from “water”—He became the Son from the divine essence solely for the purpose of salvation.
His divine essence remained unchanged.
Further Biblical Testimony of Jesus’ Divinity
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John 14:7–10 – “Whoever has seen Me has seen the Father.”
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Titus 2:13 – “Our great God and Savior, Jesus Christ.”
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John 20:28 – Thomas said, “My Lord and my God!”
Dear beloved, I believe your fears and doubts concerning this subject have been addressed and cleared through this analysis. Now make your decision today and rebuild your faith in the divine authority of the Lord Jesus as revealed in Scripture.
Conclusion
Jesus is God, and therefore anyone who desires to go to Heaven can only do so through Jesus Christ alone.
Acts 4:12 – “There is no other name under Heaven given to mankind by which we must be saved.”
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