Download Understanding the Trinity: An Apple Analogy and more Lecture notes Religious Studies in PDF only on Docsity! Explaining the Trinity Disclaimer: Any explanation of the Trinity falls short of the magnificent reality of one God revealing himself in three persons. It is impossible explain God, the creator of everything, by comparing the Trinity to an apple or water. Ultimately, it requires faith to accept the revelation of God as the Holy Trinity—but it is the truth that everyone who is Christian believes and teaches. Supplies Needed Apple, knife, water, ice, and a cup of very hot water so the steam can be seen. Grab an apple and share these five truths with your kids: o An apple has three parts: the seeds, the flesh, and the skin. When you cut an apple in half, you can see that each of these three parts are different (at this point, you can cut the apple open). o The skin is like God the Father because He protects us. o The flesh is like God the Son because Jesus Christ took on human flesh. o The seeds are like God the Holy Spirit because He through His power, we grow in faith. o Each of the parts of an apple are different, but they are ALL apple. So are the persons of God all different (Father, Son and Holy Spirit), yet they are ALL God. These three forms of water can remind us of God's unique qualities: Ice, the solid form of water reminds us of God the FATHER. Ice is hard. It is solid. In the same way, God the FATHER is our solid foundation. "You have a mighty arm. Your hand is strong; your right hand is ever exalted. Justice and judgement are the foundation of your throne; mercy and faithfulness march before you." (Psalm 89:14-15). Liquid form of water reminds us of God the SON. We use water to clean ourselves. In the same way, God the SON, died on the cross to cleanse us of our sin. Jesus is also called the Living Water (John 4:10)—that’s where we get the name of our Area Faith Community: Jesus Our Living Water! "How much more will the blood of Christ…cleanse our consciences from dead works to worship the living God.” (Hebrews 9:14). Steam, the gas form of water reminds us of God the HOLY SPIRIT. Gas cannot be seen, but you can see its effects; as the steam rises or when we felt the warmth of the steam. In the same way, the HOLY SPIRIT cannot always be seen, but the effects of his presence can be felt in our lives as the HOLY SPIRIT works to make God’s will known to us and to change us to become more like Jesus. "When he comes, the Spirit of truth, he will guide
