How Leon Bible Misrepresents Dake’s Tri-theism

Introduction: The Art of Theological Deception

Imagine going to buy a car. The salesman shows you all the paperwork that says “luxury sedan” and lists impressive features. He uses all the right automotive terminology. He even shows you certifications from respected car manufacturers. But when you actually get in the car and drive it home, you discover it’s actually three motorcycles welded together, painted to look like one vehicle. That’s essentially what Leon Bible does with Dake’s doctrine of the Trinity in his book defending Dake’s teachings.

In Appendix Ten of his book, Leon Bible attempts to defend Finis Jennings Dake against the charge of tri-theism—the belief in three separate Gods rather than one God in three persons. Bible’s strategy is clever but deeply deceptive. He quotes orthodox definitions of the Trinity, shows how Dake uses similar language, and then declares Dake orthodox. What Bible doesn’t tell his readers is that Dake completely redefines these orthodox terms to mean something entirely different. It’s like someone saying they believe in “democracy” but then defining it as rule by a single dictator—the word is right, but the meaning is completely changed.

Leon Bible’s Misleading Defense

Let’s examine exactly what Leon Bible does in his appendix defending Dake. He begins by quoting several respected theological sources defining the Trinity. For instance, he quotes H. Orton Wiley’s definition from Introduction to Christian Theology:

This is indeed an orthodox definition of the Trinity. Notice the key phrase: “neither confounding the Persons, nor dividing the substance.” The substance (or essence) of God is not divided—all three persons share the same divine essence. They are one Being, not three beings.

Then Bible quotes Dake’s definition:

At first glance, this seems orthodox. Dake uses the right words: “one in unity and eternal substance.” Leon Bible points to this and says, “See? Dake believes in the orthodox Trinity!” But this is where the deception begins. What Leon Bible doesn’t tell his readers is how Dake defines these terms elsewhere in his writings.

The Hidden Redefinition: What Dake Really Meant

The problem isn’t the words Dake uses but what he means by them. Let’s look at what Dake actually teaches about the Trinity when we examine his fuller explanations. Here’s what Leon Bible conveniently doesn’t quote from Dake’s works:

Stop and think about what Dake just said. Each person of the Trinity has their own separate body, soul, and spirit—just like humans are separate from each other! This isn’t one God in three persons; this is three separate beings. If you have three separate bodies, you have three separate beings. Period. Bodies, by definition, separate one being from another. I can’t be in your body, and you can’t be in mine. If the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit each have their own separate bodies, they are three separate beings—three Gods.

The “Unity” Deception: Redefining “One”

But the deception goes even deeper. When Dake says the three persons are “one in unity and eternal substance,” what does he mean by “one”? Leon Bible quotes this phrase as if it proves Dake’s orthodoxy. But look at how Dake actually defines “one” when talking about God:

There it is, plain as day! Dake explicitly teaches that God is “three completely separate beings.” He redefines “one” to mean merely “united in purpose” like a team or committee, not one in essence or being. This is exactly what tri-theism teaches—three separate Gods who work together.

Think about it this way: three humans can be united in purpose (like a basketball team all wanting to win), but they’re still three separate beings. That’s what Dake is teaching about God—three separate divine beings who happen to work together. That’s not the Trinity; that’s tri-theism.

Leon Bible’s Four-Point Comparison: A Closer Look

Leon Bible provides a comparison chart showing how Dake’s definition matches the four requirements from The Moody Handbook of Theology for a biblical definition of the Trinity. Let’s examine each point to see how Bible’s comparison is deceptive:

Point 1: “God is one in regard to essence”

Leon Bible claims Dake teaches this because Dake says “all three persons are one in unity and eternal substance.” But remember what we just learned—Dake defines this “unity” as three separate beings working together, not one being! When Dake says “eternal substance,” he doesn’t mean they share the same substance. He means each has their own eternal substance that happens to be similar. It’s like saying three humans share “human substance”—they’re all human, but they’re still three separate beings.

How can three beings with three separate bodies be one in essence? They can’t! Bodies separate beings from one another. If each person of the Trinity has their own body, they are three separate beings, not one.

Point 2: “God is three with respect to Persons”

Yes, both orthodox Christianity and Dake teach three persons. But orthodox Christianity teaches three persons in ONE being, while Dake teaches three persons who ARE three beings. That’s a massive difference! It’s the difference between monotheism (one God) and polytheism (multiple gods).

Point 3: “The three Persons have distinct relationships”

Again, both teach distinct persons, but Dake goes far beyond distinction to complete separation. In orthodox theology, the three persons are distinct but not separate—they share the same divine essence. In Dake’s theology, they are both distinct AND separate—three different beings altogether.

Point 4: “The three Persons are equal in authority”

Leon Bible quotes Dake saying there is “equality with God in Divinity.” But think about what this means in Dake’s system. If there are three separate Gods, saying they’re equal means you have three equal Gods, not one God! That’s like ancient polytheistic religions where multiple gods had equal power. It’s not Christianity.

The Mormon Connection Leon Bible Tries to Deny

In Appendix Eleven, Leon Bible goes to great lengths to argue that Dake’s theology is nothing like Mormon theology. He claims it’s “laughable” to compare them. But let’s look at the actual teachings side by side:

Mormon Teaching	Dake’s Teaching
God the Father has a tangible body	“God has a personal spirit body… shape, image, likeness, bodily parts” (Dake Bible, Genesis 1:26 note)
The Father, Son, and Spirit are three separate personages	“Three separate and distinct persons, each having His own personal spirit body” (God’s Plan for Man, p. 51)
Multiple gods exist who are one in purpose	“The Godhead is composed of three completely separate beings” (Dake Bible, Deut. 6:4 note)

The similarities are undeniable! Both teach that God has a body, both teach three separate beings, and both redefine “one God” to mean “unified in purpose” rather than one in essence. The main difference is that Mormons say God has a body of “flesh and bones” while Dake says it’s a “spirit body.” But a body is a body—whether made of flesh or spirit, it still limits God to a location and makes Him less than the infinite, omnipresent God of the Bible.

Leon Bible tries to dismiss this comparison by pointing out that Dake says “God has a ‘spirit’ body, not flesh and blood” and claiming this makes them completely different. But this is a distinction without a real difference. Both teach God has a body with parts and location. Both teach three separate divine beings. Both are forms of polytheism, not biblical monotheism.

The Linguistic Gymnastics: How Dake Twisted Scripture

To understand how deeply Dake’s tri-theism contradicts Scripture, we need to examine his interpretation of key biblical texts. Leon Bible doesn’t address these problematic interpretations, but they reveal the true nature of Dake’s theology.

Deuteronomy 6:4 – The Shema

The Shema is Judaism’s and Christianity’s most fundamental confession of faith: “Hear, O Israel: The LORD our God is one LORD.” This has always been understood as the clearest statement of monotheism in Scripture. But look at what Dake does with it:

This is linguistic trickery at its worst. Yes, the Hebrew word echad can sometimes indicate composite unity (like when two become “one flesh” in marriage). But context determines meaning! In Deuteronomy 6:4, the context is crystal clear—it’s contrasting the ONE true God with the many false gods of the surrounding nations. Israel wasn’t surrounded by nations that believed in gods that lacked unity; they were surrounded by nations that believed in multiple separate gods. The Shema declares that unlike the polytheistic nations, Israel worships ONE God, not many.

John 10:30 – “I and My Father Are One”

When Jesus said “I and my Father are one,” the Jews immediately picked up stones to stone Him. Why? Because they understood He was claiming to be God—not a separate God working with the Father, but the same God as the Father. But Dake interprets this as merely unity of purpose between two separate Gods.

If Jesus merely meant “we work well together,” why would the Jews want to stone Him? Many prophets worked in unity with God’s purposes. The Jews’ violent reaction only makes sense if Jesus was claiming something far more radical—that He and the Father share the same divine essence, that He IS God, not just unified with God.

The Dangerous Consequences of Dake’s Tri-theism

Leon Bible presents Dake’s theology as if it’s just a slightly different way of understanding the Trinity. But the consequences of believing in three separate Gods rather than one God in three persons are devastating to Christian faith. Let’s examine what happens when we accept Dake’s tri-theism:

1. Prayer Becomes Confusing

If there are three separate Gods, which one do we pray to? Do we need to pray to all three separately? Can they hear each other’s prayers? In Dake’s system, since each God has a body located somewhere, can the Father hear prayers directed to the Son? The Bible teaches we pray to the Father through the Son by the Spirit—one divine reality, not a conference call between three separate beings.

2. Salvation Becomes Uncertain

If the Father, Son, and Spirit are three separate Gods, which one saves us? Can they disagree about who should be saved? What if the Father wants to save someone but the Son doesn’t? In orthodox Christianity, salvation is the work of the one triune God—the Father plans it, the Son accomplishes it, and the Spirit applies it. But they’re not three Gods dividing up the work; they’re one God working in three persons.

Think about what this means: in Dake’s system, when Jesus died on the cross, it was one God dying to satisfy another God. That’s not the gospel! The gospel is that God Himself, in the person of His Son, died for our sins. As Paul says, “God was in Christ, reconciling the world unto himself” (2 Corinthians 5:19). Not one God reconciling the world to a different God, but God reconciling the world to Himself.

3. The Incarnation Makes No Sense

If God the Father already has a body and God the Son already has a body (as Dake teaches), what exactly happened in the incarnation? Did the Son trade one body for another? Did He have two bodies at once? The wonder of the incarnation is that the infinite, incorporeal God took on human flesh. But if God already has a body, there’s nothing special about taking on human flesh—it’s just switching from one type of body to another.

4. Worship Becomes Idolatry

The first commandment says, “You shall have no other gods before me” (Exodus 20:3). If there are three separate Gods, are we violating this commandment when we worship Jesus or the Holy Spirit? Or does the commandment not apply to these other two Gods? You see the problem—as soon as you have multiple Gods, biblical worship becomes impossible. Either we’re commanded to worship only one of the three Gods (which denies the deity of the Son and Spirit), or the first commandment doesn’t mean what it says.

5. God Becomes Limited

If each person of the Trinity has a body (even a “spirit body”), then each is limited to a location. Dake actually admits this, teaching that God the Father is in heaven and must “come down” to earth to see what’s happening here. He explicitly states: “God is NOT omnipresent in body but in Spirit through the Holy Spirit” (Dake Bible, note on Jeremiah 23:24).

But the Bible teaches that God is everywhere present. David asked, “Where shall I go from your Spirit? Or where shall I flee from your presence? If I ascend to heaven, you are there! If I make my bed in Sheol, you are there!” (Psalm 139:7-8). This isn’t talking about three different Gods in three different places; it’s talking about the one omnipresent God who is everywhere at once.

Why Leon Bible’s Defense Is So Dangerous

What makes Leon Bible’s defense of Dake particularly dangerous is that it gives readers false confidence in heretical teaching. By quoting orthodox sources and showing surface-level similarities with Dake’s language, Bible creates the impression that Dake’s theology has been thoroughly vetted and found orthodox. Readers who trust Bible’s analysis may never dig deeper to discover what Dake actually taught.

This is especially problematic because Leon Bible was writing specifically to defend Dake against charges of heresy. He knew there were serious concerns about Dake’s theology. Yet instead of honestly addressing these concerns, he engaged in what can only be described as theological sleight of hand—showing readers what appears to be orthodox language while hiding Dake’s heretical redefinitions of that language.

Consider this: Leon Bible quotes Dake saying the Trinity is “one in unity and eternal substance” as proof of orthodoxy. But he never quotes Dake saying “The Godhead is composed of three completely separate beings” or that each person “has His own personal spirit body, personal soul, and personal spirit.” Why not? Could it be because these quotes would immediately reveal that Dake’s theology is not orthodox at all?

The Historical Orthodox Position

To fully understand how far Dake departs from Christian orthodoxy, we need to understand what the church has always taught about the Trinity. This isn’t a matter of human tradition but of careful biblical interpretation refined over centuries as the church confronted various heresies.

The Early Church’s Battle

The early church faced the exact same error Dake promotes. In the fourth century, there were those who taught that the Father, Son, and Spirit were three separate beings. The church decisively rejected this at the Council of Nicaea (325 AD) and Constantinople (381 AD). The Nicene Creed declares:

Notice the key phrase: “of the same substance with the Father.” Not similar substance, not united substance, but the SAME substance. The Greek word is homoousios, meaning the Son shares the identical divine essence as the Father. They are not two beings with similar essence; they are one being with the same essence.

Why This Matters

The church didn’t develop these precise definitions because they enjoyed theological debates. They did it because getting this wrong destroys the gospel. If Jesus is a separate God from the Father, then:

• Christianity is polytheistic, not monotheistic
• The Old Testament’s emphasis on one God is contradicted
• Jesus’ death becomes one god appeasing another god, not God saving humanity
• We don’t know which god to worship or obey
• The unity Jesus prayed for among believers has no divine foundation

The church fathers understood these implications. That’s why they fought so hard against any teaching that divided the Godhead into separate beings. They knew that the gospel itself was at stake.

Examining Leon Bible’s Other Defenses

Leon Bible doesn’t stop with his misleading comparison charts. He goes on to make several other arguments to defend Dake against the charge of tri-theism. Let’s examine these:

“Dake Was Fighting the ‘Jesus Only’ Movement”

Bible argues that Dake emphasized the “threeness” of God to combat the “Jesus Only” or “Oneness” movement, which denies the Trinity by claiming Jesus is the Father, Son, and Spirit—just one person appearing in different modes.

This defense fails for two reasons:

First, correcting one error with an opposite error doesn’t make you orthodox. If someone denies the threeness of God, the answer isn’t to deny the oneness of God. The answer is to affirm both—one God in three persons. Dake overcorrected so severely that he fell into the opposite heresy.

Second, orthodox Christianity has always been able to refute Oneness theology without resorting to tri-theism. Thousands of orthodox theologians have defended the distinction of persons in the Trinity without teaching they are three separate beings. Dake’s tri-theism wasn’t necessary to combat Oneness theology; it was an error all its own.

“Dake Says God Is Not Divided”

Leon Bible quotes Dake saying “Elohim is not a divided Deity, but three persons in one God, or one Deity.” This sounds good, but again, we must ask what Dake means by these terms.

How can three beings with separate bodies, souls, and spirits be “not divided”? They are, by definition, divided! Saying they’re “not divided” because they work together is like saying three humans aren’t divided because they’re on the same team. That’s not what “undivided deity” means in orthodox theology.

“Many Theologians Have Different Views”

Bible argues that theologians disagree on fine points of Trinity doctrine, implying Dake’s views are just another acceptable variation. This is deeply misleading. Yes, theologians debate certain aspects of the Trinity—like the eternal generation of the Son or the procession of the Spirit. But NO orthodox theologian teaches that the Trinity consists of three separate beings with three separate bodies. That’s not a “fine point” of doctrine; it’s a complete abandonment of monotheism.

It’s like saying, “Doctors disagree about the best treatment for cancer, so drinking bleach is just another medical opinion.” No—there are legitimate debates within orthodox bounds, and then there are positions that are completely outside those bounds. Dake’s tri-theism is outside the bounds of Christian orthodoxy.

The Subtle Art of Theological Deception

What’s particularly troubling about Leon Bible’s defense is how it demonstrates the subtle ways false teaching can be packaged to appear orthodox. Let’s identify the specific techniques Bible uses so readers can recognize them elsewhere:

Technique 1: Selective Quotation

Bible quotes the parts of Dake that sound orthodox while omitting the parts that reveal his heresy. He quotes Dake saying “one in unity and eternal substance” but not “three completely separate beings.” This creates a false impression of what Dake actually taught.

Technique 2: Equivocation

Bible uses terms like “unity” and “substance” as if Dake means the same thing orthodox theology means. But Dake has redefined these terms. This is equivocation—using the same word with different meanings to create confusion.

Technique 3: Appeal to Authority

Bible quotes respected sources like the Westminster Confession and Moody Handbook, then shows superficial similarities with Dake’s language. This creates the impression that these authorities would approve of Dake’s theology, when in fact they would condemn it as heretical.

Technique 4: Strawman Arguments

Bible argues against charges nobody is making (like saying Dake is identical to Mormonism in every way) while ignoring the actual criticisms (that Dake teaches three separate divine beings). This is a classic strawman—defeating a weak argument nobody made while ignoring the strong arguments critics actually make.

Technique 5: Minimization

Bible treats the difference between “one God in three persons” and “three Gods in unity” as a minor theological dispute rather than the difference between Christianity and polytheism. He acts as if this is just theological hairsplitting when it’s actually about the most fundamental doctrine of the Christian faith.

The Real Damage: Stories from Those Affected

The tragedy of Leon Bible’s deception isn’t just theological—it’s personal. Real people have been led astray by trusting his defense of Dake. Consider these testimonies:

These aren’t just academic disputes—they’re about real faith, real confusion, and real spiritual damage. When trusted teachers like Leon Bible misrepresent heretical teaching as orthodox, they bear responsibility for the spiritual wreckage that follows.

What Dake Really Taught: The Full Picture

To fully understand the deception in Leon Bible’s defense, we need to see the complete picture of what Dake taught about God and the Trinity. Here are direct quotes Leon Bible doesn’t want you to see:

These quotes reveal what Leon Bible tries to hide: Dake didn’t believe in one God who exists as three persons. He believed in three Gods who exist as three separate beings with three separate bodies, souls, and spirits. This is tri-theism, pure and simple.

The Biblical Response to Dake’s Tri-theism

Scripture is abundantly clear that there is only one God, not three. Let’s look at what the Bible actually teaches:

Old Testament Testimony

These verses don’t say “no other Gods except the other two in the Trinity.” They say NO other Gods, period. If the Son and Spirit are separate Gods from the Father, these verses are lies. But if the Son and Spirit share the same divine essence as the Father—if they are one God in three persons—then these verses are gloriously true.

New Testament Testimony

Notice that Jesus Himself affirmed the Shema—”The Lord our God is one Lord.” He didn’t reinterpret it to mean three Lords working in unity. He affirmed the fundamental truth of monotheism that sets biblical faith apart from all polytheistic religions.

The Trinity in Scripture

But Scripture also clearly teaches that the Father is God, the Son is God, and the Spirit is God. How do we reconcile this with monotheism? The only way is the doctrine of the Trinity: one God in three persons. Not three Gods (tri-theism), not one person appearing in three modes (modalism), but one God eternally existing as three distinct persons.

This is a mystery—something we can apprehend but not fully comprehend. But it’s not a contradiction. A contradiction would be saying “one God and three Gods” or “one person and three persons.” The Trinity teaches “one God in three persons”—one “what” (divine essence) and three “whos” (persons).

Why This Matters for Every Christian

Some might wonder why this theological dispute matters. Can’t we just focus on loving Jesus and leave the complex theology to scholars? The answer is no, and here’s why:

1. Truth Matters

Jesus said, “You shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free” (John 8:32). Conversely, believing lies enslaves us. If we believe lies about who God is, our entire relationship with Him is built on a false foundation.

2. Worship Matters

Jesus said true worshipers must worship “in spirit and in truth” (John 4:24). If we’re worshiping three Gods instead of one, our worship is not in truth. We might be sincere, but we’re sincerely wrong.

3. The Gospel Matters

The gospel is that God Himself, in the person of His Son, died for our sins. If the Son is a separate God from the Father, then the gospel becomes one god dying to appease another god. That’s not good news; that’s cosmic child abuse.

4. Our Witness Matters

When Christians teach that God has a body or that there are three Gods, we confirm what Muslims, Jews, and others have always accused us of—being polytheists who have corrupted the pure monotheism of Abraham. We become a stumbling block to those who need to hear the true gospel.

5. Future Generations Matter

What we teach today affects what our children and grandchildren believe tomorrow. If we allow tri-theistic teaching to go unchallenged, we’re setting up future generations for theological confusion and spiritual damage.

How to Identify and Avoid Similar Deceptions

Leon Bible’s deceptive defense of Dake provides a case study in how false teaching can be packaged to appear orthodox. Here are practical steps to avoid being deceived:

1. Check Complete Contexts

Don’t just accept selected quotes. When someone claims a teacher is orthodox, look up their complete teachings on the subject. What do they say when they’re explaining their full position, not just when they’re trying to sound orthodox?

2. Understand Historical Orthodoxy

Study what the church has historically taught about essential doctrines. Resources like the early creeds (Apostles’, Nicene, Athanasian) provide benchmarks for orthodox teaching. If someone’s teaching contradicts these historic confessions, be very cautious.

3. Watch for Redefined Terms

False teachers often use orthodox vocabulary with unorthodox definitions. When someone uses terms like “Trinity,” “unity,” or “essence,” ask what they mean by these terms. Don’t assume they mean what you mean.

4. Look for Theological Consequences

Ask yourself: “If this teaching is true, what else must be true?” If Dake is right that God has a body, then God cannot be omnipresent. If there are three separate Gods, then the Old Testament’s monotheism is false. Follow teachings to their logical conclusions.

5. Consult Multiple Sources

Don’t rely on one person’s defense or critique of a teacher. Read multiple perspectives, especially from recognized scholars and historic sources. If someone’s teaching is orthodox, it will stand up to broad scrutiny.

6. Prioritize Clear Scripture

When evaluating teaching, prioritize clear, direct statements of Scripture over complex interpretations. The Bible clearly states there is one God. Any interpretation that results in multiple Gods must be wrong, no matter how clever the argument.

The Responsibility of Teachers

James 3:1 warns, “My brethren, be not many masters, knowing that we shall receive the greater condemnation.” Teachers bear a heavy responsibility before God for what they teach. Leon Bible, in writing a book defending Dake’s theology, took on the role of teacher. He will answer to God for misleading people about something as fundamental as the nature of God.

This should soberness all of us. When we recommend books, teachers, or study Bibles to others, we bear some responsibility for the teaching they contain. We should never carelessly endorse materials we haven’t thoroughly examined. And we should never defend false teaching just because we like other aspects of a teacher’s ministry.

What Should We Do Now?

If you’ve been influenced by Dake’s teaching or Leon Bible’s defense of it, here are practical steps forward:

1. Return to Scripture

Read through the Bible’s clear statements about God’s nature. Start with passages like Deuteronomy 6:4, Isaiah 43-45, John 1, Colossians 1, and Hebrews 1. Let Scripture itself, not someone’s study notes, shape your understanding of God.

2. Study Orthodox Resources

Read solid, historically orthodox books on the Trinity. Some recommendations:

• The Forgotten Trinity by James White
• Delighting in the Trinity by Michael Reeves
• The Trinity by R.C. Sproul
• Systematic Theology by Wayne Grudem (chapter on God’s nature)

3. Examine Your Beliefs

Take time to examine what you actually believe about God. Do you believe in one God or three? Do you believe God has a body or is spirit? Do you believe the Father, Son, and Spirit share the same divine essence or are three separate beings? Be honest about what you’ve been taught and what you’ve believed.

4. Seek Pastoral Guidance

If you’re confused about these issues, talk to a trusted pastor who holds to historic Christian orthodoxy. Don’t be embarrassed to admit you’ve been influenced by false teaching—many sincere believers have been misled by convincing-sounding errors.

5. Warn Others

If you know others using the Dake Bible or trusting Leon Bible’s defense of it, lovingly warn them about these errors. Share this article or other resources that expose the problems. Remember, love requires telling the truth, even when it’s uncomfortable.

6. Replace Bad Resources

If you’ve been using the Dake Bible, replace it with a sound study Bible. Some excellent alternatives:

• ESV Study Bible
• MacArthur Study Bible
• Reformation Study Bible
• NIV Study Bible
• CSB Study Bible

Conclusion: The Truth Sets Free

Leon Bible titled his appendix “Tri-theism” and spent pages arguing that Dake didn’t teach it. But as we’ve seen through extensive documentation from Dake’s own writings, that’s exactly what Dake taught—three separate Gods with three separate bodies, souls, and spirits, who are merely unified in purpose like a committee or team.

The deception in Bible’s defense is not a minor error or honest mistake. It’s a fundamental misrepresentation of what Dake taught, designed to make heresy appear orthodox. By selectively quoting Dake’s orthodox-sounding phrases while hiding his heretical definitions, Bible has misled countless sincere believers.

The stakes couldn’t be higher. This isn’t about theological hairsplitting or denominational preferences. This is about the most fundamental question of faith: Who is God? Get this wrong, and everything else in Christianity crumbles. Worship the wrong God, and your worship is idolatry. Believe in three Gods instead of one, and you’ve abandoned biblical faith for polytheism.

But there’s hope. The same Scriptures that expose Dake’s errors also reveal the glorious truth about who God really is. The God of the Bible is not three separate beings trying to work together. He is one infinite, eternal, omnipresent Spirit, existing eternally as three distinct persons—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit—in perfect unity of essence, purpose, and love.

This is the God who created all things by His word. This is the God who revealed Himself to Abraham, Moses, and the prophets. This is the God who became flesh in Jesus Christ to save us from our sins. This is the God who dwells in believers by His Spirit. This is the one true God, besides whom there is no other.

Don’t let clever deceptions rob you of knowing this God truly. Don’t let orthodox-sounding language hide heretical teaching. Test everything by Scripture, hold fast to what is good, and reject every form of error—no matter how well-defended it might be.

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