Written by Matthew Y. Emerson, Brandon D. Smith
Publication Date: September 3, 2024
Publisher: Crossway
Genre: Theology
5 Stars!
How do you explain something as majestic and mysterious as the Trinity? Matthew Y. Emerson and Brandon D. Smith don’t try to simplify God into easy soundbites in Beholding the Triune God. Instead, they invite us to marvel, to worship, and to rejoice in the breathtaking reality of our God—Father, Son, and Spirit.
This book is for anyone who wants to know God better. Emerson and Smith have a knack for taking profound truths and presenting them in ways that are both clear and awe-inspiring. I didn’t feel like I was trudging through a textbook; I felt like I was standing at the edge of a vast ocean, gazing at its beauty and depth.
The way they explain the unity of the Trinity is unforgettable. Creation? The Father, Son, and Spirit all worked together. Salvation? Same. Sanctification? You guessed it. Every act of God is inseparable because He is inseparable. I’ve read about the Trinity before, but this book made me feel the weight and joy of it in a whole new way.
What I love most is how this book connects doctrine to devotion. It’s not about filing away theological facts; it’s about worshiping the Triune God with fresh eyes and a full heart. It made me think so differently about how I pray, how I sing in church, and how I see God’s fingerprints in my daily life.
This isn’t just a book to read—it’s one to return to again and again. It’ll challenge you, comfort you, and leave you awestruck by the God we serve.
Beholding the Triune God is an experience, not just a theology lesson. If you’ve ever wondered why the Trinity matters, this book will show you. And spoiler: it matters more than you could ever imagine.
I received a digital copy of Beholding the Triune God from the publisher via the Crossway Review Program. I am not required to write a positive review in any way or for any reason. My honest and unbiased opinions expressed in this book review are my own. My review focuses on the writing style, pacing, content, and substance of this book, while also reflecting on how impactful it has been on me personally, ensuring transparency and reliability.
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