But God is three in one June 7, 2023

Matthew 28:19 Therefore as you go, make disciples of all the nations [or all peoples], baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit.

Have you ever wished for a clear, accessible but carefully thought through reflection on the mysterious doctrine of the Trinity? I offer you a remarkable sermon by systematic theologian Dr. Joel Scandrett, just preached on Trinity Sunday. He even throws in a reference to the classic video, “St Patrick’s Bad Analogies.”

Celtic Triquetra

Seriously, have you ever read the Athanasian Creed? I don’t remember ever doing so until we read it aloud together last Sunday. Really, I think out loud is the only way to read it. You can find it here in modernized language and here in an older translation of the 4^th century Latin.

It might be helpful to note that the word “catholic” means “common” or “comprehensive,” or “all-embracing.” This creed is not specifically referring to the Roman Catholic Church.

What most impressed me Sunday was the mystery, holiness, and power of the Name of God, encompassing all three Persons of the Trinity. The day will come when at the Name, every knee will bow. Try doing a search of the Name of God in Scripture (eg. through Bible Gateway). I think you’ll be inspired, as I am!

*Otto and Idagly apartment update: As of today, their debt has been reduced to $9,000, thanks to the generosity of several kind people. So encouraging for them, and for us!! We’ll be with them just two days from now, in Bogotá, Colombia, along with other country leaders of discipling and pastoring of pastors (DPP). We fly out tomorrow morning. If you don’t hear from me for the next ten days or so, please pray for us at this retreat. Thanks!