In this podcast, we introduce listeners to the profound and often complex study of the Doctrine of God, exploring His nature, attributes, works, and self-revelation through Scripture and the Holy Spirit. The episode emphasizes that theology is not merely an intellectual pursuit but a relational journey—one that invites believers to move beyond knowing about God into truly knowing Him personally, as illustrated through the faith and friendship of Abraham. By examining key theological disciplines and the role of both reason and revelation, the discussion establishes a framework for understanding how finite humanity can encounter an infinite God. We address the limits of human understanding, the necessity of divine revelation, and the balance between God’s transcendence and immanence, ultimately pointing to Jesus Christ as the fullest expression of God’s revealed nature and the key to truly knowing Him through faith, Scripture, and the Holy Spirit.
The Knowability and Existence of God
Theology is the study of God and His relationship with the creation. In Christianity, theology takes on a specific form and system, creating the basis for studying religious Christian doctrines and matters of divinity. It may describe the study of biblical truth or represent the study of God Himself, including His existence, nature, names, attributes, and works. While theological topics have varying and seemingly conflicting opinions, the core tenants of Christian theology hold true to nearly every church and denomination.
The Doctrine of Scripture
From the beginning, God has desired to make Himself known to His creation. God is Spirit and cannot be seen, and his transcendence is beyond our imagination. However, His imminence brings Him so close that He purposefully dwells within His children. Thus, He has chosen to reveal Himself both in the person of Jesus Christ, the Son of God, and the indwelling presence of the Holy Spirit. These two are one and co-equal with the Father, yet they each reveal different aspects of God.
Understanding The Trinity
Christian theology takes on a definite form and system of study, creating the basis for exploring religious doctrines and matters of divinity, specifically the relationship of God with His creation. Theology comes from two Greek words: theos, meaning “God,” and logos, meaning “discourse” or “reason.” Therefore, theology is the discourse or reasoning about God, His existence, nature, names, attributes, works, and His biblical truth. One of the more challenging areas of theological study is that of God’s triune nature—the Trinity.