From Essential Truths of the Christian Faith by R.C. Sproul (c) 1992 R. C. Sproul Published by Tyndale ISBN 0-8423-2006-1
Part II. The Nature and Attributes of God ~ 11 The Triunity of God
Biblical passages for reflection
[Links to the ESV Bible]:
Deuteronomy 6.4; Matthew 3.16-17; Matthew 28.19; 2Corinthians 13.14; 1Peter 1.2;
Summary:
- The doctrine of the Trinity affirms the triunity of God.
- The doctrine of the Trinity is not a contradiction: God is one in essence and three in person.
- The Bible affirms both the oneness of God and the deity of Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
- The Trinity is distinguished by the work assumed by the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
- The doctrine of the Trinity sets the limits of human speculation about the nature of God.
Googlebooks link:
Google books ~ Essential Truths...Doctrine of the Trinity
Personal(Michael.T.Bee) Reflections:
The doctrine of the Trinity is strong medicine for heresy: Isa 42.1-7 is followed by... Isa 42.8 & ... the servant has many names: Isa 9.6 ...
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