Adrian Rogers: The Role Of The Trinity In The Story Of Christmas

Dr. Adrian Rogers:
“The doctrine of the Holy Trinity does not rely on human logic or reasoning but is rooted in divine revelation. Many attempt to explain the Trinity by comparing God to something familiar, but Scripture reminds us of His incomparability. Isaiah 40:18 says, ‘With whom, then, will you liken God? Or with what likeness will you compare Him?’ Nothing in creation can fully represent God. You can compare one man to another or one object to a similar one, but there is only one God, unparalleled and incomparable.”

A Question That Defines Eternity
The announcer introduces the message:
“Profound truth, simply stated. This is Love Worth Finding with Pastor, Teacher, and Author, Adrian Rogers.”

Dr. Adrian continues:
“Turn with me to Luke 1 as we reflect on the Christmas story. The central question of all ages is this: Who is this baby? The answer you give and act upon determines everything. Luke 1:35 gives us the angel Gabriel’s declaration to Mary:
‘The Holy Ghost shall come upon thee, and the power of the Highest shall overshadow thee: therefore also that holy thing which shall be born of thee shall be called the Son of God.’

Notice three titles: The Holy Ghost, the Highest, and the Son of God. Who is Jesus? He is God in the flesh. He is not only the Son of God but also God the Son. The doctrine of the Trinity explains this profound truth.

The Trinity: A Foundational Christian Doctrine
Some may question how God can manifest as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. This is the sublime mystery of the Trinity. It is not a theological side note but a defining Christian belief. We worship one God in three persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. This is seen even in the Christmas story as the Holy Spirit overshadows Mary, the power of the Highest acts, and the Son is born.”

Dr. Adrian highlights:
“Consider the hymn:
Holy, holy, holy! Merciful and mighty, God in three persons, blessed Trinity.

Today, we will explore three aspects of the Trinity:

The Sublime Mystery of the Trinity.
The Sacred History of the Trinity.
The Saving Ministry of the Trinity.

The Sublime Mystery of the Trinity
1 Timothy 3:16 declares: ‘Great is the mystery of godliness: God was manifest in the flesh.’ The Trinity cannot be comprehended through logic, science, or philosophy—it is a divine revelation. The mystery of the Trinity transcends human understanding, yet it is central to our faith.

Many reject this doctrine. Muslims, Jews, and Jehovah’s Witnesses deny the Trinity, yet all claim to believe in the Old Testament. Let’s examine the Old Testament to see the foundation of this truth.”

The Trinity in the Old Testament
“From the very first verse of the Bible, the Trinity is present. Genesis 1:1 states, ‘In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth.’ The Hebrew word for God here is Elohim, which is plural. The plural form reflects the triune nature of God.

To illustrate: a single angel is a cherub, while multiple angels are cherubim. Similarly, Elohim signifies the plurality within the unity of God.

Throughout Scripture, we see the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit at work, united in purpose yet distinct in personhood. This is the essence of the Holy Trinity, the mystery of our faith, revealed to us through God’s Word.”

Conclusion
“The Trinity is not merely a concept to ponder but a reality to embrace. It underpins the Christmas story, defines our understanding of God, and shapes our worship. Let us marvel at the sublime mystery, honor the sacred history, and rejoice in the saving ministry of the Holy Trinity.”

This message reflects the profound beauty and truth of the triune God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit—eternal, incomprehensible, and worthy of all praise.