The Trinity Flashcards
Where are beliefs about the trinity clearly stated in?
The Nicene Creed
Name a quote from the Nicene Creed to support the belief in God the Father.
‘We believe in one God, the Father.’
Name a quote from the Nicene Creed to support the belief in God the Son
‘We believe in one Lord Jesus Christ.’
Name a quote from the Nicene Creed to support the belief in God the Holy Spirit.
‘We believe in the Holy Spirit.’
What is the most important of the Ten commandments?
’ Hear O Israel, the Lord is our God, the Lord is one.’
How do Christians believe that the oneness of God is shown?
They believe that it is shown in the universe around them and the fact that the universe is working to one set of laws means that it was created by God.
What does God the Father help Christians understand?
He helps Christians to understand the power and creativity and his care for the world and its people. Because God is the father, Christians can turn to him when they’re in need.
What does God the Son help Christians to understand?
He helps Christians to understand the love of God. Throughout his life, Jesus showed God’s love by healing people and feeding. Even in his death he showed how much God loved the world.
What does God the Holy Spirit help Christians to understand?
He helps Christians to understand the presence of God in the world. They believe that the Holy Spirit communicates with humans, revealing God’s presence in the world.
What do Mormons believe about the Trinity?
They believe that the Father, Son and Holy Spirit are not one but three separate beings who are united in purpose.
What do Jehovah’s Witnesses believe about the Trinity?
They believe that Jehovah is the only true God. Jesus was created by God and so is God’s son. The Holy Spirit is God’s power applied in the world and is not a person.
What do Unitarians believe about God?
They believe that there is only one God and that Jesus was a man whose teachings gave him moral authority. They also believe that there is no difference between God and God the Holy Spirit.
How is the Trinity is shown belief and worship?
- Christians read the Nicene Creed in every service of Holy Communion, which is at least once a week.
- Catholic and Orthodox Christians express it by crossing themselves when they enter a church.
- Baptisms and marriages are performed in the name if the Trinity.
What are some SOWAAs that support belief in the Trinity?
The Catechism says that the Trinity is a holy mystery central to the Christian faith. Also, it is shown in Matthew’s account of the baptism where the Father declares Jesus to be the Son, and the Spirit descends as a dove.
