Divine Dance

John 3:1-17

Father Mark's sermon focuses on the mysterious and profound doctrine of the Trinity, emphasizing that while it may seem irrational and incomprehensible, it holds significant truths about the nature of God and our relationship with Him. The sermon begins by acknowledging the mystery of the Trinity—one God in three persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Despite the apparent irrationality of this concept, Father Mark explains that it arises from humanity's experience of God and scripture, not mere rational thought. He emphasizes that the Trinity should not be seen as a definitive explanation of God, but rather as a metaphor that helps us grasp certain divine truths.

Father Mark highlights two key truths that the Trinity reveals about God. First, the diversity within the Godhead reflects the diversity of creation. This diversity is seen in the myriad of species and unique individual traits among humans, all of which mirror the varied yet unified nature of the Trinity. Second, the Trinity underscores the importance of relationships. The eternal dance of self-giving love among the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit exemplifies the perfect relational community, which humans are called to emulate. By transcending individualism and dualism, and entering into loving relationships, we reflect the divine unity and love of the Trinity.

To illustrate these concepts, Father Mark uses the metaphors of a circle of giving and receiving and a circle dance. The endless flow of love within the Trinity is like a continuous circle where each person gives and receives fully, and this divine dance invites us to participate. We are called to join this dance, embodying the love and unity of the Trinity in our lives and communities, thus fulfilling our divine purpose and reflecting the divine nature.

Scripture quotations are from New Revised Standard Version Bible, copyright © 1989 National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America. Used by permission. All rights reserved worldwide.

Divine Dance

Going Deeper With Christ Episcopal ChurchBy FriendsMay 26, 2024