In this compelling episode of The Deen Show, former Christian youth minister Joshua Evans joins host Eddie to present ten clear reasons from scripture and logic why Jesus (peace be upon him) cannot be God. This discussion is rooted in love and respect for Jesus as one of the mightiest messengers of Allah, and a sincere concern for the salvation of all people.
Key Reasons From Scripture and Logic
- God cannot be born: God has always existed without beginning, while Jesus was born from the womb of Mary after nine months
- No explicit scriptural statement: There is no verse in the Bible where Jesus says “I am God, worship me” — God is always explicit about His identity
- Jesus prayed to God: In the Garden of Gethsemane, Jesus fell on his face and prayed, showing he worshipped a power greater than himself
- Jesus had limited knowledge: He said only the Father knows the Hour — God cannot be ignorant of anything
- Jesus was tempted by Satan: God Almighty cannot be tempted by evil, yet the Bible records Satan tempting Jesus in the wilderness
“We are the only other religion where it is a tenet of faith that you must believe in Jesus Christ. If you do not believe in Jesus, you cannot be a Muslim.”
What Jesus Actually Taught
Every prophet from Adam to Muhammad (peace be upon them all) worshipped God alone without partners. Jesus himself quoted the greatest commandment: “Hear O Israel, the Lord our God is One.” He consistently rejected worship directed at him, saying “Why do you call me good? There is none good but One, that is God.” His message was identical to every messenger before and after him — pure monotheism (Tawheed).
“Jesus never called on Jesus. He called on the One above — and so should we.”
This conversation is not about diminishing the status of Jesus but about elevating him to his rightful position as a beloved prophet and messenger. Muslims honor Jesus by following what he actually taught: to worship the One True God alone, without any partners or intermediaries. Allah promises that whoever comes to Him without associating partners will find His mercy and forgiveness greater than the heavens themselves.
