What Do Jehovah’s Witnesses Believe About Jesus?

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Summary

  • Jehovah’s Witnesses believe Jesus is God’s Son, distinct from Almighty God (Jehovah), and view him as a created being with important roles like Savior and Teacher.
  • They reject the doctrine of the Trinity, believing that Jesus is not co-equal with God and affirm strict monotheism.
  • Jehovah’s Witnesses teach that Jesus died on an upright stake rather than a cross, and that he was resurrected as a spirit, not in his physical body.
  • They identify Jesus with Michael the Archangel, asserting that he has a unique status as God’s first creation and serves as a mediator between God and humankind.

Understanding What Jehovah’s Witnesses Believe About Jesus Christ So, Do Jehovah’s Witnesses Actually Believe in Jesus? Absolutely, yes! A core conviction for Jehovah’s Witnesses is their belief in Jesus Christ. They identify themselves as Christians, and faith in Jesus is fundamental to their worship and understanding of God’s purpose.² They see Jesus as indispensable for a relationship with God. Jehovah’s Witnesses acknowledge several key roles that Jesus fulfills: His Origin: They believe Jesus existed in heaven before coming to earth.¹…

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