A Trinitarian Revolution

We find ourselves at the dawn of what could be called a Trinitarian Revolution—a profound shift in how we understand and relate to God. For too long, our concept of the divine has been static and imperial, portraying God as a distant ruler, often depicted as male, whose love seems capricious and selective.

But if we believe that humans reflect the nature of the God they worship, then it becomes vital that our image of God is one of goodness and life-giving power. This shift in consciousness has been quietly brewing for some time, subtly weaving its way through politics, religion, and even scientific discoveries.

Thomas Kuhn famously spoke of paradigm shifts, moments when the old way of thinking becomes so riddled with inconsistencies that a complete overhaul becomes necessary. I believe we're witnessing such a moment in our understanding of God. The traditional idea of the Trinity, once seen as a theological puzzle, could actually hold the key to revitalizing Western spirituality.

In the Trinity, we see a God whose power is expressed through vulnerability and humility. Instead of being almighty, God is all-vulnerable—a notion hinted at by the New Testament's depiction of Jesus as the "Lamb of God." Yet, for many, God remains distant, a passive figure rather than an active force in our lives.

This misunderstanding has led to a rise in practical atheism and agnosticism, as people question how a supposedly all-powerful and loving God could allow suffering. But by embracing the concept of God's vulnerability, we might see God standing in solidarity with us in our pain, inviting us to participate in our own healing—a notion that may confound the logical mind but resonates deeply with the awakened soul.

Let us embrace this Trinitarian Revolution, allowing it to reshape our understanding of God and guide us toward a more compassionate and inclusive spirituality.

(adopted from: Thomas Kuhn, The Structure of Scientific Revolutions; Richard Rohr, The Divine Dance)