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Why is it important that Jesus is both God and man?

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Jesus being both God and man is crucial because it allows Him to be the perfect representative and substitute for His people in salvation.

The dual nature of Christ—that He is both fully God and fully man—is essential for the efficacy of salvation. As the God-man, Jesus embodies both the divine nature, capable of conquering sin and death, and the human nature, allowing Him to represent humanity. Hebrews 2:14 affirms that He had to be made like His brothers in every respect, so that He could be a merciful and faithful high priest in the service of God. This means He fully identifies with human struggles and temptations, yet without sinning. Moreover, His divine authority ensures that His sacrifice has infinite worth, thereby securing redemption for His people. This unique union is foundational in historic Reformed theology to the understanding of how salvation is accomplished through representation and substitution.
Scripture References: Hebrews 2:14, Colossians 2:9, Hebrews 2:14-17, Romans 1:3, 1 Timothy 3:16, Exodus 13:21-22, Matthew 16:16, John 1:14, Hebrews 4:15

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The Savior King
Frank Tate · Apr 3, 2016
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