The Trinity

1. The Bible Declares One Supreme God: The Father

Scripture consistently teaches that God is One, and that the Father is the supreme Source.

“One Lord, one faith, one baptism, One God and Father of all, who is above all.” (Ephesians 4:5–6, KJV)

“Hear, O Israel: The LORD our God is one LORD.” (Deuteronomy 6:4, KJV)

“Well, Master, thou hast said the truth: for there is one God; and there is none other but he.” (Mark 12:32, KJV)

These texts present the Father as God “above all.”

2. Jesus Prays to the Father as Someone Distinct and Greater

In His prayer, Jesus does not present Himself as equal to the Father, but as submitting to Him.

“That they all may be one; as thou, Father, art in me, and I in thee.” (John 17:20–21, KJV)

Jesus speaks of unity, not absolute identity.

3. The Father Has Knowledge the Son Does Not Have

One strong argument is that Jesus states He does not know the day or hour of the end.

“But of that day and hour knoweth no man… neither the Son, but the Father only.” (Matthew 24:36, KJV)

If the Father and Son were fully equal in all things, this difference would not exist.

4. The Father Is Greater Than the Son

Jesus clearly affirms this relationship of subordination.

“My Father is greater than I.” (John 14:28, KJV)

This is one of the most direct verses showing the Father’s superior position.

5. Jesus Identifies the Father as the Only True God

Jesus calls the Father “the only true God.”

“That they might know thee the only true God, and Jesus Christ, whom thou hast sent.” (John 17:3, KJV)

The Father is the only true God, and Jesus is the One sent.

6. Jesus Is Not the Almighty God, but the Obedient Son

Jesus refuses to be called “good” in the absolute sense, attributing supreme goodness to God alone.

“There is none good but one, that is, God.” (Mark 10:18, KJV)

Jesus submits to the Father’s will.

“Nevertheless not as I will, but as thou wilt.” (Matthew 26:39, KJV)

7. Jesus Entrusts His Life to the Father

At His death, Jesus addresses the Father as the supreme authority.

“Father, into thy hands I commend my spirit.” (Luke 23:46, KJV)

8. The Father Confirms the Son as Distinct

At Jesus’ baptism, the Father speaks from heaven, while the Spirit descends as a sign.

“Thou art my beloved Son; in thee I am well pleased.” (Luke 3:22, KJV)

This shows clear distinction between Father and Son.

9. The Son Is the Image of God, Not God Himself

The epistles teach that Jesus reflects God’s glory, but is not identical with the Father.

“Who being the brightness of his glory, and the express image of his person.” (Hebrews 1:3, KJV)

“Who is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn of every creature.” (Colossians 1:15, KJV)

The Son is the “image” and “firstborn,” not the Father Himself.

10. Philippians 2 Shows the Son’s Humility

Jesus gave up an exalted position to become a servant.

“Who, being in the form of God… humbled himself.” (Philippians 2:6–8, KJV)

This indicates submission and obedience.

11. Jesus Was Raised by God

The resurrection is attributed to God’s power, not Jesus as the supreme God.

“Christ is risen from the dead, and become the firstfruits of them that slept.” (1 Corinthians 15:20, KJV)

12. The Text of 1 John 5:7 Is Disputed

The verse often used for the Trinity is considered by many scholars to be a later addition.

“For there are three that bear record in heaven…” (1 John 5:7, KJV)

This passage is absent from the earliest Greek manuscripts, making it controversial.

13. The Holy Spirit Is Described as God’s Power

The Holy Spirit is presented as power coming upon believers.

“But ye shall receive power, after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you.” (Acts 1:8, KJV)

“Then Peter, filled with the Holy Ghost…” (Acts 4:8, KJV)

“They were all filled with the Holy Ghost, and they spake the word of God with boldness.” (Acts 4:31, KJV)

The Spirit is something believers are “filled with,” suggesting divine active power.

14. Salvation Is Attributed to God and the Lamb

Revelation clearly distinguishes between God and the Lamb.

“Salvation to our God which sitteth upon the throne, and unto the Lamb.” (Revelation 7:10, KJV)

God and the Lamb are distinct.

General Conclusion

The verses examined indicate that:

The Father is “above all”
The Son is sent, obedient, and dependent on the Father
The Father is greater than the Son
The Holy Spirit is described as God’s power and activity
Scripture emphasizes the oneness of God

“One God and Father of all, who is above all.” (Ephesians 4:6, KJV)