‘A biblical Unitarian, who maintains that only the Father is the One True God, might articulate the divinity of Jesus in a way that preserves his distinct personhood without compromising the belief in the Father's unique divinity. Here’s how they might approach it:
Agency and Representation: Jesus can be understood as God's appointed agent or representative. In biblical times, an agent (shaliach in Hebrew) carried the authority of the one who sent them. Thus, Jesus, as God's unique and ultimate agent, acts with God's authority and can be called "god" in a functional or representative sense.
Unique Sonship: Jesus is uniquely the Son of God, which denotes a special relationship and role. This does not make him ontologically identical to the Father, but it does signify a unique status and closeness to God. Biblical Unitarians might point to passages like John 10:34-36, where Jesus refers to Psalm 82:6, to suggest that the term "god" can be applied in a lesser, subordinate sense.
Exalted Status: After his resurrection, Jesus is exalted to a position of high honor and authority at the right hand of God (Acts 2:33, Philippians 2:9-11). In this exalted role, Jesus is given authority over creation and is worthy of worship in a way that is secondary and derivative, not in rivalry to the Father but in recognition of the Father's purpose and glory being fulfilled through him.
Honor and Glory: Jesus receives honor and glory that reflect the Father's honor and glory (John 5:23). This shared honor does not equate Jesus with the Father but acknowledges the unique role and position Jesus holds in God's redemptive plan.
In summary, from a biblical Unitarian perspective, Jesus can be seen as a "god" in a derivative, representative, or functional sense, reflecting his unique relationship with and commission from the Father, who alone is the One True God. This understanding maintains the distinct personhood of Jesus while affirming the primacy of the Father’s divinity.’ (ChatGPT 4o)
