Just and Sinner Podcast The Doctrine of the Holy Trinity (Intro to Theology Lesson 4)
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Sep 5, 2025 Dive into the fascinating doctrine of the Trinity, exploring its biblical and historical foundations. Discover how early Christian writings affirm Jesus's divinity through powerful scriptural references. Unpack the intricate relationship between the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, while critiquing common interpretations. The discussion emphasizes the significance of historical creeds and the baptismal formula in understanding God's nature, making complex theological concepts accessible and engaging.
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Doctrine Emerges From Scripture And Debate
- The Trinity word isn't biblical but its claims are materially present in Scripture and were formalized by the church.
- Scripture supplies the matter while tradition supplies the form to clarify contested readings.
Threefold Scriptural Basis For Trinity
- Trinitarian proof rests on three scriptural strands: divine unity, plurality, and distinct persons not mere modes.
- The Old Testament's monotheism and New Testament use of that identity support the Trinity's material basis.
Paul Reframes Divine Identity
- Paul recasts Israel's Shema to include Jesus, linking divine identity to both Father and Son.
- New Testament usage often pairs theos (God) with Father and kurios (Lord) with the Son to assert shared divinity.
