The title for this post is drawn from the title of Millar Erickson's 2009 book dealing with the subordination debate. The word "Trinity" does not appear in the Bible, so how important is this doctrine? Listen to this discussion from a decade ago between Tim Keller, John Piper, and Don Carson. This YouTube clip is only 17 minutes and emphatically these scholars agree, the Trinity is an indispensable doctrine in the Bible! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aTToBMda3VE
After a day, I've been excused from jury duty, and I am grateful not to miss a week of class! As we begin the study of Theology Proper, the doctrine of God, the fourth chapter of Grudem's Bible Doctrine surveys the weighty subject of God's incommunicable attributes. Before digging into that topic Grudem briefly touches on the questions "How can we know God exists?" and "If God does exist, how can we know Him?" Think through Grudem's arguments as you read. And then, as you delve into his consideration of these attributes, pay special attention to the scriptures cited. Faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of Christ! Which of these attributes are especially awe inspiring for you? Dr. Nash Adjunct Instructor Kernel U., Philadelphia