Jesus is declared the Son of God through His divine attributes, fulfilled prophecies, and the testimony of the apostles.
We can affirm that Jesus is the Son of God through Scripture and the acknowledgment of His divine nature. In Matthew 16:16, Peter states clearly that Jesus is 'the Christ, the Son of the Living God.' This declaration is supported by the prophetic writings throughout the Old Testament, which anticipate the coming of a Messiah who would be both human and divine. Additionally, the resurrection of Jesus serves as the ultimate confirmation of His divine sonship, as seen in Romans 1:4, where Paul states He was 'declared to be the Son of God with power' by His resurrection. The consistent testimony of the apostles, particularly in the New Testament, reinforces this truth, revealing how the divine nature and authority of Jesus are intrinsic to the gospel. Hence, recognizing Him as the Son of God is foundational for faith and understanding the redemptive work of Christ.
Scripture References:
Matthew 16:16, Romans 1:4, Mark 2:7, John 1:1, Isaiah, Matthew 16:13-16, 1 John 4:15, Isaiah 52:14, Luke 8:28, John 10:36, Acts 13:30-33, John 20:31, Matthew 9:27-28
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