Quote by John Clayton

Was the real Jesus of history one and the same as the Christ of faith whom we read about in the New Testament and worship in the church? Was Jesus really raised from the dead? Is he really the divine Lord of lords?

Was the real Jesus of history one and the same as the Christ

Summary

This quote raises questions about the historical identity of Jesus and the beliefs surrounding his divinity and resurrection. It prompts us to interrogate if the Jesus we encounter in religious texts aligns with the Jesus of history. Additionally, it prompts us to consider the validity of the claim that Jesus was raised from the dead and whether he truly possesses divine authority. This quote challenges readers to explore the dichotomy between the historical Jesus and the Christ of faith and to critically evaluate the foundations of their beliefs.

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