Two More Nails in the Trinity Coffin

Challenging the Biblical Basis of the Trinity

In the latest episode of Heart of the Matter, host Shawn McCraney delves into the topic of the Trinity, challenging its biblical basis. Building on last week’s discussion about John 20:28, where Thomas refers to Jesus as “my Lord and my God,” Shawn aims to provide further clarity on why the doctrine of the Trinity is not supported by scripture.

Shawn begins by examining the concept of mediation, highlighting that mediation inherently involves at least two parties: the mediator and those being mediated for. He references Galatians 3, where Paul states, “Now a mediator is not a mediator of one, but God is one.” This emphasizes that while there can be a mediator, God Himself is singular, reinforcing the idea that the concept of a multi-personal God contradicts the notion of God being one.

The discussion continues with a profound passage from 1 Corinthians 8:4-6, where Paul contrasts the plurality of idols and gods with the singularity of the one true God. Paul explicitly identifies the one God as the Father, stating, “But to us there is but one God, the Father,” and refers to Jesus as “one Lord Jesus Christ.” Notably, Paul does not refer to Jesus as God the Son or include the Holy Spirit in this declaration of the one God.

Shawn encourages viewers to critically examine and challenge traditional interpretations of scripture, urging them to seek the truth through the Word and the Spirit. He concludes by affirming that the one God is the Father, and through Jesus and the Holy Spirit, reconciliation with the world is achieved.

This episode invites listeners to reflect on the nature of God and the foundations of their beliefs, encouraging an open dialogue about the interpretation of scripture.