The doctrine of the Holy Trinity is more than an academic principle; more than just a set of facts to be memorized and recited from centuries ago. Though it is mysterious and difficult to understand, the Holy Trinity models divine relationship—one God, three persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

When the Son of God became a man, Jesus modeled this interwoven life of God and related it to us. Jesus said that He and the Father are one, and for those who would obey His teaching, Jesus promised that He, the Father, and the Spirit would come and make their home in them (John 14:23). Today we will again affirm our Christian faith that each person of the Trinity is both God and a distinct being in relationship with each other; each with a unique skill set that acts in our lives—guiding us, inspiring us and loving us.