Muslims CHALLENGE Christianity about Jesus Then THIS HAPPENS and you will be shocked
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It was a bright afternoon when two individuals, a Muslim and a Christian YouTuber, engaged in a deep conversation that would soon become a profound learning experience for both. Their topic: the Divinity of Jesus Christ. The Muslim, armed with his belief that Jesus could not be God, referenced a verse from the Gospel of Mark (13:32), where Jesus Himself says, “Of that day and hour no one knows, not even the angels in heaven, nor the Son, but only the Father.” For him, this was conclusive proof that Jesus, who didn’t know the hour of His return, could not possibly be divine.
He presented the verse confidently, arguing that it demonstrated Jesus’ lack of omniscience, which in turn meant that He could not be God. “A square circle is impossible,” he said, “just as it is impossible for a Son of God to not know everything.”
The Christian YouTuber, however, remained calm. He knew the conversation would be far from simple, and yet, he saw an opportunity to clarify and challenge his opponent’s misunderstanding. He didn’t dive into a heated argument but instead asked a question that would turn the tables. “What is your assumption about the word ‘knows’ here?” he asked, “Are you assuming that Jesus is expressing ignorance?”
The Muslim man, taken aback, responded, “I’m just reading it. It clearly says that Jesus didn’t know.”
The Christian nodded, acknowledging the surface-level reading of the verse. “But have you read the verses before that one? The ones leading up to it?” he asked. “Do you understand the context?”
The Muslim paused. He hadn’t considered the broader context. The YouTuber began to explain. “Jesus is detailing everything about the end times—the destruction of the temple, the persecution of the believers, the rise of the Antichrist. He describes, in precise detail, everything that will happen up until the end. And then He says, ‘No one knows the hour except the Father.’ Does that make sense to you?”
The Muslim man was silent for a moment, pondering the question. “It doesn’t make sense,” he admitted. “Why would He describe everything in detail and then suddenly say He doesn’t know when the end will come?”
The Christian smiled, glad that his question had caused him to think. “Exactly,” he said. “It’s not about Jesus’ ignorance. It’s about the declaration. Jesus isn’t saying He doesn’t know out of ignorance. He’s saying that it is not for Him to declare the time. It’s a matter of what is being revealed and when, not a matter of knowledge or ignorance.”
The Muslim, still not fully convinced, asked, “But isn’t this a clear contradiction? How can the Son not know when He is God?”
The Christian responded by pointing to another verse in 1 Corinthians 2:2, where Paul writes, “For I determined not to know anything among you except Jesus Christ and Him crucified.” He asked, “Does this mean Paul literally knew nothing else? Of course not. He’s emphasizing the importance of Christ’s work, not denying his knowledge of other things.”
The Muslim man thought about it. “Okay, I see what you’re saying, but Jesus still says He doesn’t know the hour in Mark 13. It seems contradictory to me.”
The Christian YouTuber nodded, understanding his hesitation. “But let’s look at it in the light of Acts 1:7, where Jesus, after His resurrection, is asked by His disciples, ‘Lord, will you at this time restore the kingdom to Israel?’ He answers, ‘It is not for you to know the times or the seasons which the Father has put in His own authority.’ Notice, He doesn’t say, ‘I don’t know,’ or ‘I’m ignorant of it.’ Instead, He says, ‘It’s not for you to know.’ There’s a clear difference here.”
The Muslim man was intrigued but still skeptical. “But why doesn’t He say ‘I don’t know’ directly, then?”
The Christian responded, “Because the context here is crucial. Jesus compares His return to a Jewish wedding, where it’s the father who declares the time of the wedding, not the bride or the groom. Similarly, it is not for Jesus to declare the time of His return because that authority belongs to the Father alone.”
The Muslim man, now more engaged, asked, “So you’re saying that Jesus wasn’t ignorant, but rather it was a matter of timing and revelation?”
“Exactly,” the Christian replied. “Jesus knew the details of what would happen, but the timing wasn’t for Him to declare. That authority lies with the Father. It’s not about Jesus’ lack of knowledge but about His role in the divine plan.”
The Muslim man sat quietly, processing this new understanding. The Christian saw the moment and decided to elaborate further.
“Think about it this way,” the YouTuber continued. “When Jesus spoke of His return and the end of the age, He wasn’t denying His divinity. He was showing that, in His role as the Son, He chose to limit the disclosure of certain information. The Father is the one who holds the timing and the knowledge of the hour. It’s a distinction of roles, not a limitation of divinity.”
The Muslim nodded slowly, beginning to grasp the depth of the explanation. “So, you’re saying it’s not about ignorance but about the Father’s authority?”
“Exactly,” the Christian affirmed. “The Son and the Father are united in purpose and power, but their roles are distinct. Jesus, in His earthly ministry, often deferred to the Father’s will and authority. But this doesn’t diminish His divinity; it reveals the perfect harmony within the Trinity.”
The Muslim smiled slightly, his skepticism beginning to dissolve. “I see. So, in a way, this is about the relationship between the Father and the Son rather than a contradiction of Jesus’ nature.”
“Precisely,” the Christian replied. “The Bible often speaks of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit working together in perfect unity. Understanding this unity requires more than just taking a single verse and using it to build a doctrine. We need to understand the entire context and the full breadth of Scripture.”
As the conversation continued, the Muslim man became more reflective. It was clear that the Christian had not only presented a thoughtful defense of Jesus’ divinity but also encouraged him to consider the deeper truths of the Christian faith. For both, this conversation was not about winning an argument but about seeking understanding, grappling with difficult questions, and learning from each other.
By the end of the discussion, the Muslim had a deeper respect for the Christian’s position, and the Christian had gained a better appreciation for the challenges of interpreting Scripture from different perspectives. And though they didn’t agree on everything, both left the conversation with a greater sense of clarity and mutual respect.
This exchange was a powerful reminder that when discussing faith, it’s important to approach one another with grace, patience, and a willingness to seek the truth together. It’s not about defeating one another with clever arguments, but about understanding each other’s beliefs, engaging with Scripture faithfully, and growing in wisdom.