Jesus' Claim to Forgiveness of Sins and Divine Authority

This chapter explores Jesus' claim to have the authority to forgive sins and his demonstration of this authority through a healing miracle. It also delves into Jesus' teaching style in the Sermon on the Mount and how he contrasts his teachings with traditional Jewish teachings, asserting his divine authority. The chapter further discusses the worship of Jesus and his acceptance of divine status, examining the beliefs of early Christians and the connections between Jesus and Old Testament passages that reveal his divine nature.