Radiance in Oneness

“‘Hear, O Israel: The LORD our God, the LORD is one.’” (Deuteronomy 6:4)

“‘I and the Father are one.’” (John 10:30)

The Trinity is not an easy concept to wrap one’s head around! Most (if not all) Christians would agree that they cannot fully comprehend the triune nature of God and that lack of comprehension probably makes many of us uncomfortable!

Even so, it is a crucial component of Christianity and a truly beautiful one. Yes, God is One. Yes, the Persons of the Trinity have distinct roles. No, they are not more or less God than the others. No, they cannot be blurred together, and no, they cannot be separated from one another.

It’s a lot to consider, but in this moment the thing to focus on is the description we are given by God himself. The Lord is One. Jesus is One with the Father. Although not explicitly stated in this verse, the Spirit too is included. Jesus radiates the glory of God (Heb. 1:3) because he is One with the Father and the Spirit.

As challenging as this belief is, the Bible does not shy away from it and neither should we! Let us look at and consider the Son and rather than being intimidated by the doctrine of the Trinity, marvel at how Jesus shines with all the glory of God.