Who is This God? – Biblical Inspiration Revisited

Abstract

Much of the contemporary discussion about biblical inspiration can be significantly advanced if the most important question of theology—who is God?— and its most profound answer—Father, Son and Holy Spirit—are kept firmly in the foreground. More specifically, although frequent mention of the Holy Spirit is made in the modern debate, insufficient attention has been paid to the trinitarian setting of the Spirit’s work. This is illustrated by reference to the work of B.B. Warfield and James Barr. The article suggests some of the ways in which a greater trinitarian awareness might open up more fruitful avenues for future consideration.