Yes—both. But not in the way people might expect. To Christians, Jesus is not simply a holy man or a heavenly figure. He is something far more mysterious. They believe Jesus is the Son of God, and also God Himself revealed.
A Hidden Mystery Revealed
Christians believe the God of Israel—the one worshiped by Abraham, Moses, and the prophets—hid part of His true nature until the time was right. When humanity was ready, and the world was prepared, God stepped into His own creation. Not as a thunderbolt or distant voice, but as a man. A man named Jesus.
Not a messenger sent from God, but God come in person to fulfill a promise.
They believe Jesus came to pay a spiritual debt on behalf of all people—a debt no one else could pay. And in doing so, He revealed a mysterious plan for the future.
The Clues Were Always There
In the ancient Jewish writings (what Christians call the Old Testament), there are shadows and symbols—hints of something more:
A suffering servant who would carry the sins of many.
A Son who would be called “Mighty God” and “Prince of Peace.”
A voice from heaven saying, “This is My Son.”
But none of it fully made sense—until Jesus came.
Christians believe this is one of the great mysteries of faith: The truth was hidden in plain sight, but only revealed through Jesus. It’s like a picture you’ve seen your whole life, and then someone points out the secret hidden in the background. Once you see it, you can’t unsee it.
Jesus Didn’t Just Speak About God—He Showed Him
According to the Gospels (ancient records of His life), Jesus:
Forgave sins (something only God could do)
Accepted worship (but never worshiped others)
Called God His Father—and said, “I and the Father are one”
Used the name “I AM”—the same name God gave Moses from the burning bush
Christians believe He didn’t just talk about God’s love—He embodied it. He didn’t just teach truth—He was Truth. And when He rose from the dead, they believe it confirmed everything He said about who He was.
Why This Matters
If Jesus is truly God, then:
His words carry divine weight.
His life reveals the character of God.
And His love becomes a personal invitation—not a distant message.
This is why Christians don’t just respect Jesus—they worship Him. Not as a wise man or historical figure, but as God made visible.
For the Spiritually Curious
This isn’t something easily grasped in a paragraph. It’s a mystery—one that opens up slowly, like the layers of a story.
Christians believe understanding this mystery requires something more than intellect. It takes what they call spiritual sight—an awakening of the heart.
That’s why our community offers free learning tools and studies for those who are curious. No pressure. No membership. Just an open invitation to discover something ancient, strange, and life-changing.