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1 posted on 07/15/2002 9:48:49 PM PDT by JMJ333
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"The Substance of the Trinity is, so to say, a common Essence in that which is distinct, an incomprehensible, ineffable Substance. We hold the distinction, not the confusion of Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; a distinction without separation; a distinction without plurality; and thus we believe in Father, Son, and Holy Spirit as each existing from and to eternity in this divine and wonderful Mystery: not in two Fathers, nor in two Sons, nor in two Spirits. For there is one God, the Father, of Whom are all things, and we in Him; and one Lord, Jesus Christ, by Whom are all things, and we by Him.' There is One born of the Father, the Lord Jesus, and therefore He is the Only-begotten. There is also One Holy Spirit,' as the same Apostle hath said. So we believe,so we read, so we hold. We know the fact of distinction, we know nothing of the hidden mysteries; we pry not into the causes, but keep the outward signs vouchsafed unto us."
Ambrose,On the Christian Faith,8:92(A.D. 380)
2 posted on 07/15/2002 9:52:47 PM PDT by JMJ333
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What a comfort it should be in times of distress, when the future looks bleak, when temptation increases, when sickness or injury is our lot, to know that we are sustained by the wisdom, love and power of God Himself. But this peace of mind and heart presupposes a deep faith that makes us aware of these truths, a trust that never doubts that God knows best, and a love that always says "yes" to God's dealing with us.

How blessed we are!

What a lovely thread, thank you!

7 posted on 07/15/2002 10:20:59 PM PDT by american colleen
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God in Three Persons
20 posted on 07/15/2002 11:30:34 PM PDT by Salvation
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Thank you for an excellent post..it is very timely:>)
25 posted on 07/16/2002 6:02:21 PM PDT by RnMomof7
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Discussion on EWTN about Trinity and Marriage right now.

Ping!

31 posted on 07/17/2002 2:34:43 PM PDT by Salvation
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Talking about the Catholic Church as a final family. Interesting theory.

On EWTN now.

36 posted on 07/17/2002 2:56:23 PM PDT by Salvation
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A Trinitarian Bump
39 posted on 07/17/2002 3:09:50 PM PDT by Siobhan
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June 22, 2003

Trinity Sunday bump!
69 posted on 06/10/2003 12:04:14 PM PDT by Salvation (†With God all things are possible.†)
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BTTT!


80 posted on 05/21/2005 9:06:15 AM PDT by Salvation (†With God all things are possible.†)
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I thought this was going to be an ABC, CBS, NBC thread


83 posted on 06/11/2006 8:09:59 AM PDT by bert (K.E. N.P. Slay Pinch)
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