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The Trinity in the Early Church

By R.C. Sproul

The Trinity is one of the most mysterious and sacred truths of the Christian faith. Yet there exists much confusion and controversy about it, even among Christians. Join Dr. R.C. Sproul as he helps uncover the mystery of the Trinity.

  • Join the Worldwide Class

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    $45 / person

    Take this course with a class of Ligonier Connect students from around the world. Registration includes:

    • 24/7 access for 6 months to complete the course at your own pace
    • Video lectures from Dr. R.C. Sproul along with the full, downloadable study guide
    • Discuss questions and share notes with up to 30 other Ligonier Connect students in your class
    • Approved by the Association of Christian Schools International for one continuing education unit

  • Create your own group class

    or
    $24 / person

    Take this course with your own private group of friends, family, or colleagues (a minimum of 5 students is required). You’ll receive:

    • 24/7 access for 6 months for you and your group of 4 or more
    • Ability to monitor your group's progress and moderate discussion
    • Includes video lectures from Dr. R.C. Sproul along with the full, downloadable study guide
    • Approved by the Association of Christian Schools International for one continuing education unit

About this course

In this course, Dr. R.C. Sproul carefully explains the doctrine of the Trinity by presenting the testimony of Scripture, outlining the chief errors which have afflicted the church, and demonstrating that while this sacred truth of Scripture is quite mysterious and difficult to understand, it is not contradictory. Rather, it is a beautiful expression of the biblical teaching about the nature of the one true God.

Course Path Preview

  • Getting Started

    • Welcome to Doctrine of the Trinity

      • to-do Review course material
      • to-do Update your student profile
      • to-do Introduce yourself

  • Monotheism

    • Lesson 1: Monotheism

      • read Bible Reading
      • watch Monotheism
      • to-do Discussion Questions
      • Take Lesson 1 Self-Assessment
      • to-do Thinking in Depth

  • The Biblical Witness

    • Lesson 2: The Biblical Witness

      • read Bible Reading
      • watch The Biblical Witness
      • to-do Discussion Questions
      • Take Lesson 2 Self-Assessment
      • to-do Thinking in Depth

  • Early Controversies

    • Lesson 3: Early Controversies

      • read The Niceno-Constantinopolitan Creed
      • read Bible Reading
      • watch Early Controversies
      • to-do Discussion Questions
      • Take Lesson 3 Self-Assessment
      • to-do Thinking in Depth

  • Fifth-Century Heresies

    • Lesson 4: Fifth-Century Heresies

      • read Definition of Chalcedon
      • read Bible Reading
      • watch Fifth-Century Heresies
      • to-do Discussion Questions
      • Take Lesson 4 Self-Assessment
      • to-do Thinking in Depth

  • Contradiction vs. Mystery

    • Lesson 5: Contradiction vs. Mystery

      • read Bible Reading
      • watch Contradiction vs. Mystery
      • to-do Discussion Questions
      • Take Lesson 5 Self-Assessment
      • to-do Thinking in Depth

  • One in Essence, Three in Person

    • Lesson 6: One in Essence, Three in Person

      • read Bible Reading
      • watch One in Essence, Three in Person
      • to-do Discussion Questions
      • Take Lesson 6 Self-Assessment
      • to-do Thinking in Depth

About the teacher

R.C. Sproul
Dr. R.C. Sproul is founder and president of Ligonier Ministries, Ligonier Academy and Reformation Bible College.

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