How do we know that Jesus is the eternal Son of God?
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Jesus is affirmed as the eternal Son of God through scripture which emphasizes His unique Sonship and eternal generation from the Father.
Scripture substantiates the claim that Jesus is the eternal Son of God, notably as seen in passages like John 1:14 and 1 John 5:20. The term 'only begotten' reflects not just uniqueness but also eternal generation, indicating that the Son has always existed in relation to the Father. The mystery of the Trinity, where one God exists in three distinct persons, is fundamental to understanding Christ's eternal divine nature. This relationship affirms that without an eternal Son, there cannot be an eternal Father, establishing the foundation of our faith on the nature of God as revealed in Christ.
Scripture References:
John 1:14, 1 John 5:20, Micah 5:2
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