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The identity of Michael is established through his role as the supreme leader of the celestial armies. Before taking on human form, Christ existed in a state of glory as the Commander of all the heavenly hosts (YI October 13, 1898, par. 4). This pre-existent authority identifies Him as the one who leads the angels, a position consistent with the biblical descriptions of Michael as the archangel or chief messenger (1SM 243.2). During the temptations in the wilderness, the adversary specifically challenged Christ's identity by contrasting His weakened physical state with His former position in heaven. Satan taunted Jesus by suggesting He was a poor representative of the angels, and specifically referenced His status as their high Commander and the acknowledged King of the royal courts (2SP 91.2).

This confrontation highlights that the fallen foe recognized Jesus as the same divine Being who had previously commanded the angelic host in the heavenly courts. The scriptures and prophetic writings further identify Jesus by titles that signify His sovereign authority over life and the heavenly kingdom. He is described as the Prince of life and the Messiah, the only begotten of the Father (EA 159.1). These titles, including the "Prince of Peace" and the "Mighty God," confirm that the one who governs the heavenly kingdom is the same individual who redeemed the world (DA 579.5). Ultimately, the proof of Christ's identity is found within the Word of God itself, which acts as its own expositor. By comparing scripture with scripture, the divine nature and pre-human roles of Christ are revealed to those who lay aside prejudice (2MR 96.1).

The transition from the Commander of hosts to the "form of a servant" represents the incomprehensible humiliation of the Son of God for the sake of humanity (1SM 243.2).

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