Renewing Your Mind

The Trinity

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Oct 1, 2025
Join R.C. Sproul, a distinguished Reformed theologian and founder of Ligonier Ministries, alongside Abdul Saleeb, a former Muslim and pastor of a Muslim-convert fellowship, as they tackle the complexities of the Trinity. They dive into why Muslims view the Trinity as a suggestion of multiple gods and clarify the coherence of this doctrine within Christian belief. Sproul articulates the distinction between contradiction and mystery, showcasing how the Trinity not only affirms monotheism but also enriches worship and spiritual life for believers.
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Islam's View On Trinity

  • Muslims see Islam as restoring pure monotheism and view Trinity claims as corruption.
  • The Quran explicitly warns Christians to "say not Trinity" and emphasizes God's oneness.
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Charge Of Incoherence

  • Muslims charge Christians with logical incoherence and paradox in Trinitarian doctrine.
  • Critics label the Trinity as "three in one" nonsense and claim it violates rationality.
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Distinguish Paradox, Mystery, Contradiction

  • Critics often conflate paradox, mystery, and contradiction when attacking the Trinity.
  • R.C. Sproul stresses distinguishing those categories to avoid misunderstanding the doctrine.
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