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How do we know that Jesus was truly human?

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Jesus' statement 'I thirst' confirms His genuine humanity and real suffering.

The assertion that Jesus was truly human is anchored in passages such as John 1:14, which states, 'the Word became flesh and dwelt among us.' His cry of 'I thirst' from the cross serves as a clear indication of His humanity. He experienced physical pain, thirst, and suffering just as any human would. This reality combats Gnostic heresies which deny the true nature of Christ's incarnate experience. By acknowledging His human thirst, we affirm our belief in the dual nature of Christ: fully God and fully man, which is essential for our understanding of His atoning work on the cross.
Scripture References: John 1:14, John 19:28

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I Thirst
Todd Nibert · Nov 29, 2009
Joshua

Joshua

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