How can Jesus be both God and Man?
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Sunday, February 11, 2024
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Mathew P. John
Senior Pastor
Perfect humanity is the mirror reflection of divinity because we are created “Imago Dei.” This is how Jesus can be God and man at the same time.
James 5:16-18
Questions for Reflection and Small Groups
- Discuss how the historical view of Jesus as an “average Joe” might parallel the surprise and skepticism faced by the mechanic in the story.
- Jesus made claims about his identity that were shocking to his contemporaries. How do we understand the authority and identity of Jesus in the context of these claims?
- Reflect on the reactions of various groups (the disciples, the crowds, the authorities) to Jesus' claims about himself. How do these reactions inform our understanding of Jesus' mission?
- Act out a scene where you encounter someone claiming divine revelation in today's world. Discuss as a group how you would discern the truth of their claims.
- Compare and contrast the reactions to prophets and saviors across different religions. How do followers discern and validate the claims of their leaders?