The discussion critiques C.S. Lewis's argument that 'God is love' requires a multi-personal deity. It emphasizes the necessity of scriptural evidence, especially from a oneness Pentecostal perspective. The exploration of God's singular nature contrasts with Trinitarian doctrine, illustrating that God's attributes of love and redemption are eternal and independent of creation. Furthermore, the idea that God's love is inherent and freely chosen underscores its biblical foundation, challenging the notion that love depends on relationships.
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Philosophical vs Scriptural Argument
The argument that 'God is love' proves the Trinity is philosophical, not scriptural.
Apostolics base their beliefs on the Bible, which emphasizes God's oneness.
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God's Love Transcends Time
God's eternal nature means He isn't bound by time and is eternally loving.
We can't use human concepts of time to judge God's eternal love.
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Love Must Be Freely Chosen
Love requires choice; forced love isn't true love.
If Trinity members had to love each other, love wouldn't be freely chosen.
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In 'Mere Christianity', C.S. Lewis argues for the existence of God and defends Christian theology. The book is divided into four parts: the first argues for the existence of God based on the 'law of human nature'; the second defends Christian theology, including the 'Liar, lunatic, or Lord' trilemma regarding Jesus Christ; the third explores Christian ethics, including the cardinal and theological virtues; and the fourth discusses the Christian conception of God, particularly the Holy Trinity. Lewis also addresses topics such as free will, morality, sexual ethics, and the institution of marriage. The book is known for its clear and logical presentation of Christian apologetics and has been praised for its straightforward and humorous writing style[1][2][4].
Trinitarians sometimes argue that 1 John 4:8 ("God is love") demands that God be triune in nature. In his popular book Mere Christianity, Christian apologist C. S. Lewis wrote, “The words ‘God is love’ have no real meaning unless God contains at least two Persons. Love is something that one person has for another person. If God was a single person, then before the world was made, He was not love.” Dr. David K. Bernard counters this philosophical argument with an examination of what Scripture says about God's character and nature.
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