The book ‘The Shack’, which has been made into a movie, has aroused much controversy. It is certainly not a place to find Scriptural truth but it does, in some way, present the Trinity. In this passage, which does accurately present the Trinity, the apostle Paul grounds his pastoral appeal for church unity in the Triune God. Through the gospel we are connected to God, in three persons, who are in perfect unity … the Father, Son and Holy Spirit.

The grace of Jesus in becoming man demonstrated a breathtaking humility. This was in order to bring about radical change which enables people to embrace and overcome their weaknesses. Through Jesus people are invited to share in the fellowship of love which exists in God. It is for the whole world and received by all who trust in what Jesus has accomplished at the cross.

It is only through the fellowship and communion of the Holy Spirit, however, that we can know God in relationship. He is the one who unites people to Jesus, through faith. He is the one who has condescended to dwell in the heart of every believer.