Reformed Forum Autothean Perichoresis Replicated in Creation and Covenant | Calvinistic Trinitarianism
May 26, 2025
Dive into the intriguing relationship between the Trinity and Adam in the context of creation and covenant. Discover how Trinitarian perichoresis influences Adam's original righteousness and his covenant of works. The discussion highlights Adam's journey from innocence to glory, offering a thought-provoking contrast to traditional Roman Catholic perspectives. These insights unpack the complex dynamics of faith and history in a compelling way.
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Reformed vs Thomistic Image of God
- The Reformed doctrine sees Adam's image endowment as a natural religious fellowship with God, not mere capacities. - This differs from Thomas Aquinas, who viewed knowledge and freedom as capacities without immediate fellowship.
Original Righteousness: Natural or Superadded?
- Original righteousness in the Reformed view is concreated and natural within the image of God. - Roman Catholicism treats original righteousness as superadded and supernatural, separable from human nature.
Eschatological Ordering in Creation
- Adam's image of God was eschatologically ordered to advance from innocency to glory. - Paul teaches that the natural body includes the potential for a spiritual, eschatological body.