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Delighting In The Trinity: An Introduction To The Christian Faith (2012)

by Michael Reeves(Favorite Author)

4.52 of 5 Votes: 3

ISBN

0830839836 (ISBN13: 9780830839834)

languge

English

genre

Nonfiction

publisher

IVP Academic

review 1: A polished gem.The doctrine of the Trinity is central and foundational to Christianity. By definition, a Christian believes in the Trinity, and the ancient creeds continue to define the boundaries of the visible church.However, most laymen do not have serious thoughts or affections towards this doctrine. Many simply state that if the Trinity is a mystery beyond understanding, any consideration thereof is fruitless speculation. Others remain willfully ignorant to prevent stumbling into an ancient heresy.Michael Reeves makes a compelling case that the Trinity is not only to be studied, but loved as the source of our love. Starting from Jesus' statement in prayer that the Father loved the Son from before creation (John 17:24), Reeves shows that Fatherliness of the Father... more as an essential attribute in eternity, even more essential than His creation and rule over the universe. This has profound consequences, such as the meaning and sense that "God is Love", and the nature of His Holiness.I would recommend in particular as a follow-up for new believers to John Piper's "Desiring God", as it answers the questions that naturally arise following its reading.Five stars for text, but regrettably, minus one for graven images.
review 2: Delighting in the Trinity (2012) by Michael Reeves was one of the five books on the Trinity recommended by Larry Crabb at the School of Spiritual Direction that I attended last week. I started with this one, primarily because of price.I am glad I started with this one and now I am eager to read more. Reeves is a humorous, engaging writer who discusses the importance of understanding the doctrine of the Trinity for Christian belief. Prior to reading this book, I would have happily endorsed the importance of the Trinity, but I am quite certain I didn't understand the full implications. I suspect I would have said that I believe in the Trinity because I believe it is what is taught by the Bible, but now I would add that it seems to me that not only does the Bible teach it, but that in order for an eternal God to be "loving" the Trinity is logically required.Having used a word phrase like "logically required", I certainly hope that it doesn't scare you off from this book. I found myself drawn to God as Reeves presented Him. A Trinitarian God is able to love me ferociously, and subsequently enable to me to love. Furthermore, His holiness and even His wrath make more sense in the light of the Trinity.In addition to his clear writing, Reeves features short vignettes from many of the Reformers and early church fathers to make his case.I would highly recommend this book. less

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