Exploring Mormon Thought 021-The Attributes Of God Ch 14 - A Mormon Christology (Part 2)
Sep 4, 2017
Explore the fascinating nature of God's existence and the unique Mormon perspective on Christology. Delve into complex questions like whether Jesus could have sinned and the implications of his dual nature as both divine and human. The discussion tackles profound concepts such as divine empathy through suffering, freedom within the Godhead, and how philosophical insights shape our understanding of God. Finally, challenge conventional views on identity and the intersection of humanity and divinity in the pursuit of personal growth.
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Ontology of Divine and Human Existence
- Divine persons have ontologically necessary existence, meaning their existence is natural and without beginning.
- Humans also have a similar necessary existence as uncreated intelligences with eternal nature.
Godhead Unity and Free Love Choice
- The Godhead's unity arises from the free and rational loving relationship of divine persons.
- It's practically impossible, though logically possible, for the Godhead to cease existing by breaking love.
Necessity of Divine Condescension
- One divine person can leave the Godhead to become mortal as an expression of love for humans.
- This necessitates a kenotic Christology where God chooses to divest divine glory for atonement.
