06/09/2026
Is Jesus "not better than us"? A Biblical Reflection
A recent theological discussion has centered on a statement attributed to Dr. Abel Damina: "Jesus is not better than us." Unsurprisingly, it has generated strong reactions. But before agreeing or disagreeing, it's important to understand what is actually being debated.
One side emphasizes the believer's identity in Christ. Through the new birth, believers become children of God, receive Christ's life, are made righteous in Him, and are called His brethren. Scripture teaches that we are new creations and heirs with Christ. This is a glorious truth that every Christian should understand and embrace.
The other side reminds us that while believers share in Christ's life by grace, Jesus remains absolutely unique. He is the eternal Son of God, God manifested in the flesh, the Creator of all things, the Savior of the world, and the Head of the Church. His divine nature, authority, and glory belong to Him alone.
The Bible holds both truths together.
Yes, we are complete in Christ.
Yes, we are sons and daughters of God through faith.
Yes, we are being conformed to Christ's image.
But Christ is still preeminent.
Our identity is found in Him, not apart from Him. We share in His life by grace, but we do not become equal to Him in His deity, His office, or His eternal glory.
As Paul wrote:
"That in all things He might have the preeminence." — Colossians 1:18
The goal of sound doctrine is not to make believers think less of what Christ has done in them, nor to make them think more highly of themselves than Scripture allows. It is to exalt Christ while helping believers understand who they are because of Him.
Let's be Bereans (Acts 17:11). Examine every teaching carefully, search the Scriptures, and let God's Word—not personalities—be our final authority.
💬 What do you think? How should we balance our identity in Christ with Christ's unique supremacy?
