The Doctrine of the Trinity, that is that there is only One God and yet three distinct persons; the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit; is perhaps one of the most difficult concepts for us humans to get our head around. Even though the word "trinity" is never used in the Bible, the Doctrine of the Trinity is clearly taught in the Scriptures. Imagine what it would have been like when Saint Patrick went to Ireland to preach the Gospel, when he tried to explain the Trinity.
Here's a little Lutheran Satire for you.
My Statement of Faith On The Trinity
I believe that there is one and only one, living and true God; an infinite, perfect, personal Spirit who Is creator, sovereign, omnipotent, omniscient and omnipresent (1).
In the Godhead, there are three persons, the Father the Son and the Holy Spirit (2); having precisely the same nature (3), and executing distinct and harmonious offices in the work of redemption (4).
In the Godhead, there are three persons, the Father the Son and the Holy Spirit (2); having precisely the same nature (3), and executing distinct and harmonious offices in the work of redemption (4).
That's hilarious! I shared it with several of the guys who helped teach our theology courses in our Christian education program.
ReplyDeleteBlessings,
Ben
A little humour this morning. Just what the doctor ordered.
ReplyDeleteMany thanks
Alan