14 // How Do I Explain the Trinity? - Part 1

In this enlightening episode of "Dazed & Apologized," **Pastor Scott Hand** delves into the profound and often misunderstood doctrine of the Trinity. The episode, rich with theological insights, seeks to clarify the complexities surrounding the belief in a triune God by defining key terms and addressing common objections. Pastor Scott brings a pragmatic approach, his explanations underscored by centuries of theological discourse.

The episode explores the foundational definition of the Trinity, emphasizing its uniqueness and the challenges inherent in fully comprehending an infinite God. Pastor Scott methodically critiques popular analogies and highlights their limitations, advocating instead for a Scripture-based understanding. Highlighting passages like Matthew 28:18-20 and 2 Corinthians 13:14, he demonstrates the biblical basis for the Trinity, countering objections about the term’s absence in the Bible. The episode also previews a deeper dive into the deity of Jesus and the Holy Spirit, promising a thorough exploration in the subsequent installment.

### Key Takeaways:

* **Definition of the Trinity**: God is one in essence, three in persons - Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. The Trinity is both a theological mystery and a foundational Christian belief.

* **Common Objections Addressed**: Pastor Scott explains why the term 'Trinity' not being in the Bible doesn't invalidate the doctrine, using historical context and other theological terms coined later.

* **Biblical Basis**: Scripture passages, including the Great Commission (Matthew 28:18-20) and the baptism of Jesus (Matthew 3:16-17), provide strong evidence for the Trinitarian belief.

* **Flawed Analogies**: Analogies like the triangle, water states, and personal roles are discussed, revealing their inadequacies in fully capturing the essence of the Trinity.

* **Practical Advice**: Christians should deepen their understanding of Trinitarian doctrines by studying scripture and engaging in thoughtful discussions to effectively communicate the belief in the Trinity.

### Notable Quotes:

1. "We cannot fully comprehend the Trinity because we cannot fully comprehend God."

2. "The word Trinity is not found in the Bible. But, its absence hardly discredits the doctrine."

3. "Every act of God is accomplished by the Trinity in unity."

4. "We must educate ourselves on trinitarian passages of scriptures and brush up on our explanations."

5. "Analogies for the Trinity are always inadequate because God is all three persons - Father, Son, and Holy Spirit - all the time."

### Resources:

* **Books Mentioned**:

* *"Knowledge of the Holy" by A.W. Tozer*

Encourage your theological curiosity and understanding of the Trinity by tuning into this episode and stay tuned for the next installment where Pastor Scott Hand will explore the deity of Jesus and the Holy Spirit. Subscribe for more insightful episodes from "Dazed & Apologize."