The Testimony and the Trinity (Foundations of the Christian Faith 1)

Understanding the Foundation of Faith

Imagine standing on a high rock face, harnessed in, about to take your first climb. Trusting the rope is one thing—understanding how it holds you is another. In the same way, many Christians believe in God but may not fully grasp how He has revealed Himself or how the Bible serves as the foundation for everything we know about Him. This first session of Foundations of the Christian Faith will ground you in two essential truths: the authority of Scripture and the nature of the Triune God.

The Bible is not just an ancient book; it is God’s self-revelation, the primary way He has chosen to make Himself known. But how do we know we can trust it? We will explore how Scripture was written, preserved, and inspired by God—showing why it is reliable and how it forms the unshakable foundation for Christian belief. Through the lens of the church’s historical understanding, we will also see how tradition, experience, and reason interact with—but never replace—God’s Word.

Then, we dive into one of the deepest mysteries of Christian faith: the Trinity. God is one in essence yet three in person—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Rather than an abstract theological puzzle, the Trinity is the very heartbeat of our faith, shaping how we understand God’s love, salvation, and relationship with us. We’ll unpack common misunderstandings, explore biblical evidence, and see why this truth is essential, not just for theology but for our everyday lives.

This class is more than learning facts—it’s about knowing God. As we study, we don’t just gain knowledge; we draw closer to the One who calls us His own. Whether you’ve wrestled with these concepts before or are encountering them for the first time, this is your invitation to deepen your faith, strengthen your foundation, and discover the beauty of knowing the God who has revealed Himself through His Word and His Son.