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The Hypostatic Union of Jesus Christ

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 The Hypostatic Union of Jesus Christ                           A. Explain the Dual Nature of Jesus as Fully Divine and Fully Human: The Hypostatic Union refers to the profound union of Jesus' two natures: fully divine and fully human. As the Son of God, Jesus possesses a divine nature, being co-eternal and co-equal with the Father and the Holy Spirit. Simultaneously, He took on human nature, becoming fully human while retaining His divinity. This dual nature allows Jesus to bridge the gap between God and humanity, enabling Him to be the perfect mediator and savior. B. Emphasize That Jesus' Divine Nature Does Not Imply a Separate God: Jesus' divine nature does not make Him a separate god but an inseparable part of the Triune God. He is one with the Father and the Holy Spirit in essence and purpose. The unity within the Trinity is exemplified in the Incarnation, where God the Son took on human flesh, dwelling among humanity to redeem and reconcile them to God. C. Keywords: &

The Trinity: Defending Against Tritheism and Polytheism

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The Trinity: Defending Against Tritheism and Polytheism Please note that this article aims to address the misunderstandings and objections about the Trinity by adherents to Islam, while also highlighting the weaknesses or problems in Islam that a Trinitarian understanding of God can solve. The purpose is to demonstrate how a Trinitarian understanding of God better meets the real or felt needs of people in the context of ministry. Introduction The concept of the Trinity is one of the most complex and debated doctrines in Christian theology. It asserts the belief in one God who exists in three distinct Persons: the Father, the Son (Jesus Christ), and the Holy Spirit. While Christians embrace the Trinity as a foundational aspect of their faith, adherents of other religions, such as Islam, often misunderstand or object to this concept. In this article, we will explore the objections raised by Islam against the Trinity and provide arguments to counter these objections. Additionally, we will