#100DOD Thread: Days 66-70
Over the last few days, @pst_iren delved into two profound and often misunderstood doctrines: The Trinity and the purpose & practice of speaking in tongues. Here’s a recap of the key truths. 🧵
Over the last few days, @pst_iren delved into two profound and often misunderstood doctrines: The Trinity and the purpose & practice of speaking in tongues. Here’s a recap of the key truths. 🧵
Day 66: The Trinity - Beyond Human Logic
Trying to fully grasp the Trinity with human logic is like a child trying to understand negative numbers.
Trying to fully grasp the Trinity with human logic is like a child trying to understand negative numbers.
God, the immortal, omniscient Creator, isn't bound by the limits of our understanding. Our job isn't to explain Him away, but to believe what He reveals.
Day 67: Defining the Undefinable
The Doctrine of the Trinity rests on two pillars:
1. Distinction: The Father is not the Son, the Son is not the Spirit, the Spirit is not the Father.
The Doctrine of the Trinity rests on two pillars:
1. Distinction: The Father is not the Son, the Son is not the Spirit, the Spirit is not the Father.
2. Equality: The Father, Son, and Spirit are each fully, completely, 100% God. Not one-third each, but one God in three Persons.
Day 68: Answering Objections
· "The word 'Trinity' isn't in the Bible!" True, but the concept is, just like "omniscience."
· "God is one!" (Deut 6:4). The Hebrew word "echad" implies a compound unity (like "one flesh"), not a solitary one.
Let God be true and every man a liar.
· "The word 'Trinity' isn't in the Bible!" True, but the concept is, just like "omniscience."
· "God is one!" (Deut 6:4). The Hebrew word "echad" implies a compound unity (like "one flesh"), not a solitary one.
Let God be true and every man a liar.
Day 69: Why Speak in Tongues?
This isn't a denominational preference; it's a biblical command to "desire spiritual gifts" (1 Cor 14:1). If we aren't desiring them, we're disobeying Scripture. Excuses about others misusing the gift don't absolve us from pursuing what God offers.
This isn't a denominational preference; it's a biblical command to "desire spiritual gifts" (1 Cor 14:1). If we aren't desiring them, we're disobeying Scripture. Excuses about others misusing the gift don't absolve us from pursuing what God offers.
The primary reason for tongues? It confirms Christ's glorification.
This gift only became possible after Jesus was exalted to the right hand of God (Acts 2:33).
This gift only became possible after Jesus was exalted to the right hand of God (Acts 2:33).
It is a powerful testimony that Jesus is glorified and has poured out His Spirit. It's a sign for believers, for now, as we wait for His return.
Day 70: Is Corporate Prayer in Tongues Biblical?
A common misconception is that 1 Cor 14 forbids everyone from praying in tongues aloud together. This misreads the context. Paul was correcting public address to the church (which needs interpretation), not corporate prayer to God.
A common misconception is that 1 Cor 14 forbids everyone from praying in tongues aloud together. This misreads the context. Paul was correcting public address to the church (which needs interpretation), not corporate prayer to God.
The key is the direction of communication:
· Speaking to people (teaching/prophecy): Must be understood.
· Praying to God (corporate prayer): Can be in tongues without an interpreter because God understands.
· Speaking to people (teaching/prophecy): Must be understood.
· Praying to God (corporate prayer): Can be in tongues without an interpreter because God understands.
The biblical precedent is clear:
In Acts 2, all the disciples spoke in tongues simultaneously as the Spirit gave them utterance. They were magnifying God, not addressing the crowd. The same happened at Cornelius' house (Acts 10). This was collective, spontaneous worship.
In Acts 2, all the disciples spoke in tongues simultaneously as the Spirit gave them utterance. They were magnifying God, not addressing the crowd. The same happened at Cornelius' house (Acts 10). This was collective, spontaneous worship.
Therefore, to reject corporate prayer in tongues is to misunderstand Scripture. It is a vital part of worship that God prescribed and the early church practiced. It stirs your spirit, strengthens your faith, and deepens your communion with God.
Conclusion:
From the mystery of the Trinity to the power of the Spirit-filled life, these doctrines call us to a faith that transcends human reason. We are called to trust God's self-revelation in Scripture, even when it surpasses our categories. @100dod_official
From the mystery of the Trinity to the power of the Spirit-filled life, these doctrines call us to a faith that transcends human reason. We are called to trust God's self-revelation in Scripture, even when it surpasses our categories. @100dod_official
Let our posture be one of humble belief and obedient pursuit. Desire the spiritual gifts God commands. Embrace the God who is Three-in-One. Don't let tradition, fear, or flawed logic talk you out of the profound truths and practices God has given for your edification.
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