In this teaching under the theme Yeshua, we explored a foundational truth of the Christian faith — the Deity of Jesus. Christianity stands on doctrines that remain consistent across generations, and one of the most important is understanding who Jesus truly is.

The teaching began by highlighting five essential truths every Christian must believe: the reality of the Trinity, the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus, the believer’s victory over sin through Christ, the final authority of Scripture, and the certainty of final judgment. These doctrines form the framework of the Christian faith and help believers remain grounded in truth.

At the center of these truths is the identity of Jesus Himself. In John 8:58, Jesus declared, “Before Abraham was, I AM.” By using the covenant name of God revealed in the Old Testament, Jesus was making a clear statement about His divine nature. Understanding this is not a minor theological detail—it is essential to understanding the gospel.

Why does it matter that Jesus is God? First, for salvation. Only an infinite and holy God could bear the weight of humanity’s sin. Through Christ’s sacrifice, the One who knew no sin became sin for us so that we might become the righteousness of God. Second, for worship. If Jesus were not truly God, worshipping Him would be idolatry. But because He is God, He is worthy of all honor, reverence, and devotion.

The teaching also clarified who Jesus is not. He is not an angel, because angels reject worship while Jesus received it. He is not merely a prophet, because His identity surpasses that role. And He is not a created being. The term “begotten Son” points to His uniqueness and supremacy, not that He was created.

The deity of Jesus reminds us that the One we follow is not only Savior but also Lord. His divine nature calls us to deeper worship, obedience, and unwavering devotion.