Topical Encyclopedia The doctrine of the Trinity, a cornerstone of Christian theology, posits that God exists as three distinct Persons—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit—yet is one in essence. Each Person of the Trinity plays a unique role in the work of sanctification, the process by which believers are made holy and conformed to the image of Christ. This entry explores how each Person of the Trinity is described as a Sanctifier according to Scripture.God the Father as Sanctifier God the Father is often seen as the initiator of sanctification. He is the one who calls believers to holiness and sets them apart for His purposes. In the Old Testament, God declares His role in sanctification: "I am the LORD who sanctifies you" (Leviticus 20:8). This divine initiative is echoed in the New Testament, where believers are chosen by the Father for sanctification. In 1 Thessalonians 5:23, Paul writes, "Now may the God of peace Himself sanctify you completely." Here, the Father is depicted as actively involved in the sanctification of the whole person—spirit, soul, and body. God the Son as Sanctifier Jesus Christ, the Son, is central to the sanctification of believers through His atoning work on the cross. By His sacrifice, He purifies and sets apart those who believe in Him. Hebrews 10:10 states, "And by that will, we have been sanctified through the sacrifice of the body of Jesus Christ once for all." Christ's role as Sanctifier is further emphasized in Ephesians 5:25-26, where Paul describes how Christ loved the church and "gave Himself up for her to sanctify her, cleansing her by the washing with water through the word." Through His redemptive work, Jesus not only provides the means for sanctification but also models a life of holiness for believers to follow. God the Holy Spirit as Sanctifier The Holy Spirit is the active agent in the ongoing process of sanctification. He indwells believers, empowering them to live holy lives and transforming them into the likeness of Christ. In 1 Peter 1:2, believers are described as "chosen according to the foreknowledge of God the Father and sanctified by the Spirit for obedience to Jesus Christ." The Spirit's sanctifying work is also highlighted in 2 Thessalonians 2:13: "But we should always thank God for you, brothers and sisters loved by the Lord, because God has chosen you from the beginning to be saved by the sanctification of the Spirit and by faith in the truth." The Holy Spirit convicts of sin, guides into all truth, and produces the fruit of the Spirit, which are essential aspects of a sanctified life. In summary, the Trinity works in perfect harmony to accomplish the sanctification of believers. The Father initiates and calls, the Son redeems and purifies, and the Holy Spirit empowers and transforms. Each Person of the Trinity is integral to the believer's journey toward holiness, reflecting the unity and diversity within the Godhead. Torrey's Topical Textbook Jude 1:1Jude, the servant of Jesus Christ, and brother of James, to them that are sanctified by God the Father, and preserved in Jesus Christ, and called: Torrey's Topical Textbook Hebrews 2:11 1 Peter 1:2 Library The Situation after the Council of Nic??a. The Son and the Angels. Period iii. The Critical Period: AD 140 to AD 200 Tendencies of Religious Thought in England, 1688-1750. Exposition of the Moral Law. The Pilgrim's Progress Resources What is the origin of the doctrine of the Trinity? | GotQuestions.orgWhat are some popular illustrations of the Holy Trinity? | GotQuestions.org How can there be subordination / hierarchy in the Trinity? | GotQuestions.org Trinity: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Subtopics The Trinity: Baptism Administered in Name of The Trinity: Benediction Given in Name of The Trinity: Divine Titles Applied to the Three Persons In The Trinity: Doctrine of Proved from Scripture The Trinity: Each Person In, Described as Author of all Spiritual Operations The Trinity: Each Person In, Described as Creator The Trinity: Each Person In, Described as Eternal The Trinity: Each Person In, Described as Holy The Trinity: Each Person In, Described as Inspiring the Prophets The Trinity: Each Person In, Described as Omnipotent The Trinity: Each Person In, Described as Omnipresent The Trinity: Each Person In, Described as Omniscient The Trinity: Each Person In, Described as Raising Christ from the Dead The Trinity: Each Person In, Described as Sanctifier The Trinity: Each Person In, Described as Source of Eternal Life The Trinity: Each Person In, Described as Supplying Ministers to the Church The Trinity: Each Person In, Described as Teacher The Trinity: Each Person In, Described as True The Trinity: Salvation the Work of Related Terms The-not-beloved (1 Occurrence) Kir'iath-je'arim (18 Occurrences) Kirjathjearim (17 Occurrences) Vine-dressers (18 Occurrences) Kirjath-jearim (17 Occurrences) Kibroth-hattaavah (5 Occurrences) |
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