LORD, LUNATIC OR LIAR? A question we all must answer! Who do you say Jesus is?

Lord, Lunatic, or Liar?
Today, I want to talk about one of the most important questions we can ask: Who is Jesus Christ? Over the centuries, Jesus has been called many things-prophet, teacher, revolutionary. But C.S. Lewis, in his famous work Mere Christianity, challenged us with a sharp choice. He said Jesus must be either Lord, Lunatic, or Liar. There’s no middle ground, no room to say, “Jesus was just a good teacher.” Let me explain why.
1. Jesus: Liar?
Some claim that Jesus was simply lying about His divine identity. He called Himself the Son of God, equating Himself with God the Father (John 10:30). He forgave sins (Mark 2:5), something only God can do, and claimed to be the only way to the Father (John 14:6).
If Jesus wasn’t who He said He was, then He was lying-and not just any lie, but a lie of cosmic proportions. But here’s the problem with the “liar” argument: Jesus’ teachings were full of truth, love, and moral goodness. People across all ages, including skeptics, have admired His ethics. Could a liar produce a moral system that has inspired peace, sacrifice, and justice for over two millennia?
Moreover, if He were lying, He would have had every opportunity to backtrack, especially during His trial before the Romans. Faced with the cross, most people would abandon a lie to save their lives. But Jesus didn’t. He faced death willingly, and His followers died for their belief in His resurrection. Who dies for a lie they know to be false?
2. Jesus: Lunatic?
Let’s consider the second possibility: Was Jesus delusional, believing He was God when He really wasn’t? Could He have been a madman? C.S. Lewis puts it bluntly: If Jesus wasn’t telling the truth about His identity, He must’ve been on the level of someone who thinks he’s a poached egg. But when we read the Gospels, we don’t see a man out of touch with reality.
Jesus showed a remarkable level of wisdom, calm under pressure, and emotional health. He demonstrated compassion, healed the sick, and performed miracles. In Matthew 22, we see how He outwitted the religious leaders, leaving them in awe of His wisdom. Even those who opposed Him couldn’t deny His brilliance.
Additionally, a lunatic doesn’t inspire the kind of following Jesus did. A delusional person could not sustain a movement that transformed the Roman Empire, especially when His followers witnessed Him crucified-a punishment reserved for the worst criminals. Yet, rather than fading away, this movement exploded after His death. Why? Because something extraordinary happened-His resurrection.
3. Jesus: Lord?
If Jesus wasn’t lying, and He wasn’t delusional, then the only option left is that He was telling the truth. Jesus is Lord. The resurrection stands as the ultimate proof of His divine identity. Historically, the resurrection has been investigated by scholars, and while skeptics propose various theories, none explain the empty tomb, the appearances of Jesus to over 500 witnesses (1 Corinthians 15:6), and the radical transformation of His disciples.
These disciples, who once hid in fear, became bold proclaimers of the resurrection. Thomas, famously known for doubting, encountered the risen Christ and exclaimed, “My Lord and my God!” (John 20:28). If Jesus rose from the dead, then He is not just a moral teacher-He is the Lord of life, the conqueror of death, and the one who deserves our allegiance.
Conclusion: The Choice We Face
C.S. Lewis framed this decision with clarity: “You must make your choice. Either this man was, and is, the Son of God, or else a madman or something worse. You can shut Him up for a fool, you can spit at Him and kill Him as a demon; or you can fall at His feet and call Him Lord and God. But let us not come with any patronizing nonsense about His being a great human teacher. He has not left that open to us. He did not intend to.”
Friends, this choice isn’t just an intellectual exercise. It’s a personal one. If Jesus is Lord, then He calls for our faith and trust. He offers forgiveness, new life, and eternal hope. If you are here today and haven’t made that decision, I urge you to consider Jesus’ words: “I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in me will live, even though they die” (John 11:25).
So, who do you say that He is? Lord, Lunatic, or Liar?

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Lord, Lunatic, or Liar?
Today, I want to talk about one of the most important questions we can ask: Who is Jesus Christ? Over the centuries, Jesus has been called many things-prophet, teacher, revolutionary. But C.S. Lewis, in his famous work Mere Christianity, challenged us with a sharp choice. He said Jesus must be either Lord, Lunatic, or Liar. There’s no middle ground, no room to say, “Jesus was just a good teacher.” Let me explain why.
1. Jesus: Liar?
Some claim that Jesus was simply lying about His divine identity. He called Himself the Son of God, equating Himself with God the Father (John 10:30). He forgave sins (Mark 2:5), something only God can do, and claimed to be the only way to the Father (John 14:6).
If Jesus wasn’t who He said He was, then He was lying-and not just any lie, but a lie of cosmic proportions. But here’s the problem with the “liar” argument: Jesus’ teachings were full of truth, love, and moral goodness. People across all ages, including skeptics, have admired His ethics. Could a liar produce a moral system that has inspired peace, sacrifice, and justice for over two millennia?
Moreover, if He were lying, He would have had every opportunity to backtrack, especially during His trial before the Romans. Faced with the cross, most people would abandon a lie to save their lives. But Jesus didn’t. He faced death willingly, and His followers died for their belief in His resurrection. Who dies for a lie they know to be false?
2. Jesus: Lunatic?
Let’s consider the second possibility: Was Jesus delusional, believing He was God when He really wasn’t? Could He have been a madman? C.S. Lewis puts it bluntly: If Jesus wasn’t telling the truth about His identity, He must’ve been on the level of someone who thinks he’s a poached egg. But when we read the Gospels, we don’t see a man out of touch with reality.
Jesus showed a remarkable level of wisdom, calm under pressure, and emotional health. He demonstrated compassion, healed the sick, and performed miracles. In Matthew 22, we see how He outwitted the religious leaders, leaving them in awe of His wisdom. Even those who opposed Him couldn’t deny His brilliance.
Additionally, a lunatic doesn’t inspire the kind of following Jesus did. A delusional person could not sustain a movement that transformed the Roman Empire, especially when His followers witnessed Him crucified-a punishment reserved for the worst criminals. Yet, rather than fading away, this movement exploded after His death. Why? Because something extraordinary happened-His resurrection.
3. Jesus: Lord?
If Jesus wasn’t lying, and He wasn’t delusional, then the only option left is that He was telling the truth. Jesus is Lord. The resurrection stands as the ultimate proof of His divine identity. Historically, the resurrection has been investigated by scholars, and while skeptics propose various theories, none explain the empty tomb, the appearances of Jesus to over 500 witnesses (1 Corinthians 15:6), and the radical transformation of His disciples.
These disciples, who once hid in fear, became bold proclaimers of the resurrection. Thomas, famously known for doubting, encountered the risen Christ and exclaimed, “My Lord and my God!” (John 20:28). If Jesus rose from the dead, then He is not just a moral teacher-He is the Lord of life, the conqueror of death, and the one who deserves our allegiance.
Conclusion: The Choice We Face
C.S. Lewis framed this decision with clarity: “You must make your choice. Either this man was, and is, the Son of God, or else a madman or something worse. You can shut Him up for a fool, you can spit at Him and kill Him as a demon; or you can fall at His feet and call Him Lord and God. But let us not come with any patronizing nonsense about His being a great human teacher. He has not left that open to us. He did not intend to.”
Friends, this choice isn’t just an intellectual exercise. It’s a personal one. If Jesus is Lord, then He calls for our faith and trust. He offers forgiveness, new life, and eternal hope. If you are here today and haven’t made that decision, I urge you to consider Jesus’ words: “I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in me will live, even though they die” (John 11:25).
So, who do you say that He is? Lord, Lunatic, or Liar?