Multi-Part Godhead Bible Studies
Godhead Bible Studies in Booklet Form
Introduction
The Godhead Studies are a series of five Bible studies, providing compelling evidence for the Bible's teaching on the Godhead. These studies will give you an understanding and confidence in the Godhead that you may never have had before.
The studies are the result of five and more years of study of the writings of Ellen White and several years working on the Bible studies. In studying what Ellen White said on the subject I gained many insights. Over time I collected more than 1,800 pages of quotations.
You will notice the title uses the word "Godhead." In some quarters the word "Trinity" would be used, but there is so much misunderstanding of the word "Trinity" that I prefer to use the word "Godhead." That doesn't mean that the use of the word "Trinity" is wrong, only that the word "Trinity" which has had multiple meanings down through history, unnecessarily complicates the study of the Godhead. Remember that we speak of the Godhead, not Godheads! We baptize in the name, not the names! Whether the word "Trinity" is used or not, the basic understanding of these studies completely harmonize with the teachings of our denomination AND is completely different from Catholics believe.
To facilitate study and discussion, the Godhead Bible Studies have line numbers. There are also footnotes of key quotations from Ellen White and other sources to clarify some of the subject matter. Be sure to read the footnotes. There is wonderful material in the footnotes.
THERE ARE THREE DIFFERENT SETS OF STUDIES. THE FIRST ONE WAS PRESENTED AT SUMERVILLE, GA AND THE GEORGE CUMBERLAND CAMP MEETING IN 2023. THE SECOND ONE WAS PRESENTED AT MICHIGAN CAMP MEETING IN 2022. THE THIRD ONE IS A REVISION OF THE ORIGINAL STUDY PRESENTED AT THE FAIRPLAIN CHURCH IN MICHIGAN. I SHARE ALL OF THESE BECAUSE THE PRESENTATIONS ON YOUTUBE AND OTHER SITES ARE LINED UP TO THE LINE NUMBERS WHICH REQUIRE THE RIGHT SET OF STUDIES.
These studies are for personal study purposes. Commercial use is forbidden. Please ask for written permission to post the studies to other websites.—Dan Augsburger
Godhead Beliefs of Seventh-day Adventists Bible Studies
Georgia Cumberland Camp Meeting Edition
In May/June of 2023 I used a revised and improved edition of the study at the Summerville, GA SDA Church and the camp meeting which was held later at Southern Adventist University. The following links allow you to download the line-numbered handout documents that were followed in the course of those meetings. You will want to visit the Godhead section of discipleheart to find other resources on this important topic.
The Eternal Father
The first study looks at the incommunicable attributes of the Godhead, some of the attributes of the Father mentioned by Christ, the role of Christ in representing and communicating with humankind on behalf of the Father, and some of what the Bible says relative to the Father's love for humankind.
Downloadable PDFs Of Georgia Series
8x11
A5
A4
Booklet (requires a duplex printer)
Christ
Christ: The Eternal, Self-Existent, Co-Equal, Divine Saviour
The second study on Christ, the eternal, self-existent, co-equal, Divine Saviour, provides compelling evidence for the Deity of Christ, and features over 360 texts establishing His eternal and self-existent personhood in the Godhead. Among the lines of evidence are Christ’s appropriation of the title “I AM,” four irrefutable evidences cited by Christ early in His ministry, further supernatural evidence during His earthly sojourn, Christ’s identification as God throughout the Scriptures, Christ’s communicative role in the Old Testament, Christ accepting the worship of many individuals during His time on earth, the command to worship the creator at the end of time, welcoming Christ as God at the time of the second coming, Christ being the object of many prophecies that were fulfilled in His time on earth, His many supernatural works, Christ’s many claims that only Deity could make and Christ's many assurances that only Deity could give. Attention is then given to evidence in the Bible and the Spirit of Prophecy for His being a distinct Person of the Godhead, His pre-existence and everlasting life, His self-existence and equality with God, what Ellen White believed on the subject—irrefutable proof, His non-communicable attributes, His transformative work in our days, His welcoming our prayers and His soon return. There are very helpful footnotes that provide further clarification.
Downloadable PDFs Of Georgia Series
8x11
A5
A4
Booklet (requires a duplex printer)
Bible Verses and Spirit of Prophecy Quotations on the Eternal Existence of Christ
This Bible study, an addendum to the study on Christ, carefully looks at what the Bible says about Christ's eternal existence, as well as exhaustively examines what Ellen White says on the subject. I believe every statement she makes on the eternal duration of Christ's life is listed. You will be very blessed looking at this study. The evidence eternal, "everlasting to everlasting" existence is overwhelming.
Downloadable PDFs Of Georgia Series
8x11
A5
A4
Booklet (requires a duplex printer)
The Holy Spirit
The Holy Spirit: Christ's Representative, Successor, a Distinct Personage and Third Member of the Eternal Godhead
The third study on the Holy Spirit, Christ’s Representative, Successor, distinct Person and Member of the Eternal Godhead, provides compelling evidence for the Deity of the Holy Spirit. Lines of evidence include the uncommunicable attributes of the Holy Spirit, the presence of the Holy Spirit in the Old Testament, in the life of Christ, in the teachings of Christ, in the promises fulfilled in the early church and in the writings following the book of Acts. Two sections look at the many actions of the Holy Spirit that only a person could have done, and actions that only a God could have done. More than 250 Scripture references are cited—some duplicated—in making the case.
Downloadable PDFs Of Georgia Series
8x11
A5
A4
Booklet (requires a duplex printer)
Three & One
The “Eternal” Three & “The LORD our God, the LORD is one!”
The final study, the “Eternal Three,” and “The LORD our God, the LORD is one,” first looks at the many times the three members of the Godhead are mentioned in the Old Testament and the New Testament together, and the little known but many wonderful “Three” statements—“heavenly Trio,” “Heavenly dignitaries,” “Highest powers in heaven,” etc.—in the writings of Ellen White. The evidence is overwhelmingly in favor of three Deities in the Godhead. The study also looks at “our LORD is one” in Deuteronomy 6:4, giving compelling reasons why we can accurately speak of three persons and at the same time speak of one God.
Downloadable PDFs Of Georgia Series
8x11
A5
A4
Booklet (requires a duplex printer)
Michigan Camp Meeting Edition (2022)
In June of 2023 I presented five sessions on the Godhead at the camp meeting held in Cedar Lake, Michigan. The following links bring you the study guide booklets that were used in that venue. They match the audio on the Michigan Camp Meeting audio.
The Eternal Father
The first study looks at the attributes of the Father, the role of Christ in representing and communicating with humankind on behalf of the Father, and some of what the Bible says relative to the Father's love for humankind.
Father 8x11 PDF (For printing on 8x11 paper)
Father A5 PDF (For reading on tablets or iPads)
Father A4 PDF (For printing in many countries outside of North America)
Father EPUB (Best for smart phones)
Father Printable Booklet (For printing booklets with line numbers for study)
Christ
Christ: The Eternal, Self-Existent, Co-Equal, Divine Saviour
The second study on Christ, the eternal, self-existent, co-equal, Divine Saviour, provides compelling evidence for the Deity of Christ, and features over three hundred and sixty texts establishing His eternal and self-existent personhood in the Godhead. Among the lines of evidence are Christ’s appropriation of the title “I AM,” four irrefutable evidences cited by Christ early in His ministry, further supernatural evidence during His earthly sojourn, Christ’s identification as God throughout the Scriptures, Christ’s communicative role in the Old Testament, Christ accepting the worship of many individuals during His time on earth, the command to worship the creator at the end of time, welcoming Christ as God at the time of the second coming, Christ being the object of many prophecies that were fulfilled in His time on earth, His many supernatural works, Christ’s many claims that only Deity could make and Christ's many assurances that only Deity could give. Attention is then given to evidence in the Bible and the Spirit of Prophecy for His being a distinct Person of the Godhead, His pre-existence and everlasting life, His self-existence and equality with God, what Ellen White believed on the subject—irrefutable proof, His non-communicable attributes, His transformative work in our days, His welcoming our prayers and His soon return. There are very helpful footnotes that provide further clarification.
Godhead of Christ 8x11 PDF
Godhead of Christ A5 PDF
Godhead of Christ A4 PDF
Godhead of Christ EPUB
Godhead of Christ Printable Booklet
Bible Study and Spirit of Prophecy Quotations on the Eternal Existence of Christ
This Bible study, an addendum to the study on Christ, carefully looks at what the Bible says about Christ's eternal existence, as well as exhaustively examines what Ellen White says on the subject. I believe every statement she makes on the eternal duration of Christ's life is listed. You will be very blessed looking at this study. The evidence eternal, "everlasting to everlasting" existence is overwhelming.
Eternal Existence of Christ 8x11 PDF
Eternal Existence of Christ A5 PDF
Eternal Existence of Christ A4 PDF
Eternal Existence of Christ EPub PDF
Eternal Existence of Christ Booklet For Printing
The Holy Spirit
The Holy Spirit: Christ's Representative, Successor, a Distinct Personage and Third Member of the Eternal Godhead
The third study on the Holy Spirit, Christ’s Representative, Successor, distinct Person and Member of the Eternal Godhead, provides compelling evidence for the Deity of the Holy Spirit. Lines of evidence include the uncommunicable attributes of the Holy Spirit, the presence of the Holy Spirit in the Old Testament, in the life of Christ, in the teachings of Christ, in the promises fulfilled in the early church and in the writings following the book of Acts. Two sections look at the many actions of the Holy Spirit that only a person could have done, and actions that only a God could have done. More than 250 Scripture references are cited—some duplicated—in making the case.
In the seminar in Michigan we used a slightly different edition on the Holy Spirit that was identified as GCS instead of GCSc. The difference is miniscule. The lines numbers are the same, but the page numbers are slightly off. Download booklet GCS pdf here
Godhead of the Holy Spirit 8x11 PDF
Godhead of the Holy Spirit A5 PDF
Godhead of the Holy Spirit A4 PDF
Godhead of the Holy Spirit EPUB
Godhead of the Holy Spirit Printable Booklet GCS c Mi2022
Three & One
The “Eternal” Three & “The LORD our God, the LORD is one!”
The final study, the “Eternal Three,” and “The LORD our God, the LORD is one,” first looks at the many times the three members of the Godhead are mentioned in the Old Testament and the New Testament together, and the little known but many wonderful “Three” statements—“heavenly Trio,” “Heavenly dignitaries,” “Highest powers in heaven,” etc.—in the writings of Ellen White. The evidence is overwhelmingly in favor of three Deities in the Godhead. The study also looks at “our LORD is one” in Deuteronomy 6:4, giving compelling reasons why we can accurately speak of three persons and at the same time speak of one God. 2022l Edition
“Three” “One” 8x11 PDF
“Three” “One” A5 PDF
“Three” “One” A4 PDF
“Three” “One” EPUB
"Three" "One" Printable Booklet
General Conference Edition Godhead Study of 2021.
These booklets are the ones that are currently featured on the General Conference Revival and Reformation website. This is a DIFFERENT set of booklets to the one used at the Georgia Cumberland Camp Meeting in 2023, or Michigan Camp Meeting in 2022.
The Eternal Father
The Eternal Father
The first study looks at the attributes of the Father, the role of Christ in representing and communicating with humankind on behalf of the Father, and some of what the Bible says relative to the Father's love for humankind.
Father 8x11 PDF (For printing on 8x11 paper)
Father A5 PDF (For reading on tablets or iPads)
Father A4 PDF (For printing in many countries outside of North America)
Father EPUB (Best for smart phones)
Father Printable Booklet (For printing booklets with line numbers for study)
Christ
Christ: The Eternal, Self-Existent, Co-Equal, Divine Saviour
The second study on Christ, the eternal, self-existent, co-equal, Divine Saviour, provides compelling evidence for the Deity of Christ, and features over three hundred texts establishing His eternal and self-existent personhood in the Godhead. Among the lines of evidence are Christ’s appropriation of the title “I AM,” four irrefutable evidences cited by Christ early in His ministry, further supernatural evidence during His earthly sojourn, Christ’s identification as God throughout the Scriptures, Christ’s communicative role in the Old Testament, Christ accepting the worship of many individuals during His time on earth, the command to worship the creator at the end of time, welcoming Christ as God at the time of the second coming, Christ being the object of many prophecies that were fulfilled in His time on earth, His many supernatural works, Christ’s many claims that only Deity could make and Christ's many assurances that only Deity could give. Attention is then given to evidence in the Bible and the Spirit of Prophecy for His being a distinct Person of the Godhead, His pre-existence and everlasting life, His self-existence and equality with God, what Ellen White believed on the subject—irrefutable proof, His non-communicable attributes, His transformative work in our days, His welcoming our prayers and His soon return. There are very helpful footnotes that provide further clarification.
Deity of Christ 8x11 PDF
Deity of Christ A5 PDF
Deity of Christ A4 PDF
Deity of Christ EPUB
Deity of Christ Printable Booklet
Bible Study and Spirit of Prophecy Quotations on the Eternal Existence of Christ
This Bible study carefully looks at what the Bible says about Christ's eternal existence, as well as exhaustively examines what Ellen White says on the subject. I believe every statement she makes on the eternal duration of Christ's life is listed. You will be very blessed looking at this study.
Eternal Existence of Christ 8x11 PDF
Eternal Existence of Christ A5 PDF
Eternal Existence of Christ A4 PDF
Eternal Existence of Christ EPub PDF
Eternal Existence of Christ Booklet For Printing
The Holy Spirit
The Holy Spirit: Christ's Representative, Successor, a Distinct Personage and Third Member of the Eternal Godhead
The third study on the Holy Spirit, Christ’s Representative, Successor, distinct Person and Member of the Eternal Godhead, provides compelling evidence for the Deity of the Holy Spirit. Lines of evidence include the uncommunicable attributes of the Holy Spirit, the presence of the Holy Spirit in the Old Testament, in the life of Christ, in the teachings of Christ, in the promises fulfilled in the early church and in the writings following the book of Acts. Two sections look at the many actions of the Holy Spirit that only a person could have done, and actions that only a God could have done. More than 200 Scripture references are cited—some duplicated—in making the case.
Holy Spirit 8x11 PDF
Holy Spirit A5 PDF
Holy Spirit A4 PDF
Holy Spirit EPUB
Holy Spirit Printable Booklet
Three & One
The “Eternal” Three & “The LORD our God, the LORD is one!”
The final study, the “Eternal Three,” and “The LORD our God, the LORD is one,” first looks at the many times the three members of the Godhead are mentioned in the Old Testament and the New Testament together, and the little known but many wonderful “Three” statements—“heavenly Trio,” “Heavenly dignitaries,” “Highest powers in heaven,” etc.—in the writings of Ellen White. The evidence is overwhelmingly in favor of three Deities in the Godhead. The study also looks at “our LORD is one” in Deuteronomy 6:4, giving compelling reasons why we can accurately speak of three persons and at the same time speak of one God.
“Three” “One” 8x11 PDF
“Three” “One” A5 PDF
“Three” “One” A4 PDF
“Three” “One” EPUB
"Three" "One" Printable Booklet
THE FAIRPLAIN STUDY
This study was presented a year earlier in several churches in Michigan, with the addition of the study on the eternal, everlasting to everlasting, duration of Christ's life.
The Father Godhead Study
The Eternal Father
The first study looks at the attributes of the Father, the role of Christ in representing and communicating with humankind on behalf of the Father and some of what the Bible says relative to the Father's love for humankind.
Father 8x11 PDF (Letter size for printing on 8x11 paper)
Father A5 PDF (For reading on tablets or iPads)
Father A4 PDF (For printing in the longer format used in many countries outside of North America)
Father EPUB (Best for smart phones)
Father Printable Booklet (For printing booklets with line numbers for study)
Christ Godhead Bible Study
Christ: The Eternal, Self-Existent, Co-Equal, Divine Saviour
The following collection of quotes comes from a footnote in the Bible Study on Christ.
"Ellen White used phrases like “from all eternity,” “from eternity,” existed from eternity,” “from eternal ages,” “from the beginning,” “never was a time,” “everliving,” “Eternal Presence,” “Eternal Word,” “Everlasting Father,” “Eternal Son of God,” “Eternal Godhead,” “Eternal Wisdom,” “eternal throne,” “everlasting throne,” “from everlasting,” “from everlasting to everlasting,” “set up from everlasting,” “A life unreckoned by human computation or measured by figures,” “never a time when He was not in close fellowship with the eternal God,” “in the presence of the Father from the beginning,” “who from the beginning was equal with the Father,” “Never-ending life that existed before the worlds were made,” “familiarity and ease of eternal habitude,” “One of the eternal dignitaries” and “uncreated Lord” to establish the “everlasting to everlasting” limitless nature of Christ's eternal existence."
The second study on Christ, the eternal, self-existent, co-equal, Divine Saviour, provides compelling evidence for the Deity of Christ, and features over two hundred texts establishing His eternal and self-existent personhood in the Godhead. Among the lines of evidence are Christ’s appropriation of the title “I AM,” four irrefutable evidences cited by Christ early in His ministry, further supernatural evidence during His earthly sojourn, Christ’s identification as God throughout the Scriptures, Christ’s communicative role in the Old Testament, Christ accepting the worship of many individuals during His time on earth, the command to worship the creator at the end of time, welcoming Christ as God at the time of the second coming, Christ being the object of many prophecies that were fulfilled in His time on earth, His many supernatural works, Christ’s many claims that only Deity could make and Christ's many assurances that only Deity could give. Attention is then given to evidence in the Bible and the Spirit of Prophecy for His being a distinct Person of the Godhead, His pre-existence and everlasting life, His self-existence and equality with God, why we know what Ellen White believed on the subject, His non-communicable attributes, His transformative work in our days, His welcoming our prayers and His soon return. This study also provides key quotes that give clear evidence of what Ellen White thought on some of these subjects.
Christ 8x11 PDF
Christ A5 PDF
Christ A4 PDF
Christ EPUB
Bible Study and Spirit of Prophecy Quotations on the Eternal Existence of Christ
This Bible study carefully looks at what the Bible says about Christ's eternal existence, as well as what Ellen White says on the subject. I believe you will be very blessed looking at this study.
Eternal Existence of Christ 8x11 PDF
Eternal Existence of Christ A5 PDF
Eternal Existence of Christ A4 PDF
Eternal Existence of Christ EPub PDF
Eternal Existence of Christ Booklet For Printing
The Holy Spirit Godhead Bible Study
The Holy Spirit: Christ's Representative, Successor, a Distinct Personage and Third Member of the Eternal Godhead
The third study on the Holy Spirit, Christ’s Representative, Successor, distinct Person and Member of the Eternal Godhead, provides compelling evidence for the Deity of the Holy Spirit. Lines of evidence include the uncommunicable attributes of the Holy Spirit, the presence of the Holy Spirit in the Old Testament, in the life of Christ, in the teachings of Christ, in the promises fulfilled in the early church and in the writings following the book of Acts. Two sections look at the many actions of the Holy Spirit that only a person could have done, and actions that only a God could have done. More than 200 Scripture references are cited—some duplicated—in making the case.
Holy Spirit 8x11 PDF
Holy Spirit A5 PDF
Holy Spirit A4 PDF
Holy Spirit EPUB
Holy Spirit Printable Booklet
"Three" and "One" Godhead Bible Study
The “Eternal” Three & “The LORD our God, the LORD is one!”
The final study, the “Eternal Three,” and “The LORD our God, the LORD is one,” first looks at the many times the three members of the Godhead are mentioned in the Old Testament and the New Testament together, and the little known but many wonderful “Three” statements—“heavenly Trio,” “Heavenly dignitaries,” “Highest powers in heaven,” etc.—in the writings of Ellen White. The evidence is overwhelmingly in favor of three Deities in the Godhead. The study also looks at “our LORD is one” in Deuteronomy 6:4, giving compelling reasons why we can accurately speak of three persons and at the same time speak of one God.
“Three” “One” 8x11 PDF
“Three” “One” A5 PDF
“Three” “One” A4 PDF
“Three” “One” EPUB
"Three" "One" Printable Booklet
Seminars With Video
I have shared my Godhead Bible Studies at a couple of locations. In one venue, the presentations was video taped and streamed on YouTube. That presentation was based on an earlier edition of the Bible Study, which is posted with the video. The Bible Studies listed above, however, are superior and I recommend you download the ones above.
Videos & EPUBs from Fairplain Godhead Meetings
Feedback
This is a work in progress. I welcome comments and suggestions!
Other Helpful Compilations on Prayer, Victory and Revival
Godhead Links on discipleheart
The pages on the Father, Christ and the Holy Spirit have pages connected to them that are exceedingly valuable to explore.
Godhead Home Page
God the Eternal Father
Christ, The Self-Existent, Eternal Divine Saviour
The Holy Spirit: Third Person Of The Godhead
Three Persons Of The Godhead Working/Mentioned Together
Books and Sermons On The Godhead
Quotes On The Trinity In The Writings of Ellen White
Other Helpful Downloadable Compilations by Dan Augsburger
The More Abundant Life In English & Spanish (on Victory)
More Abundant Life 8x11
More Abundant Life A4
More Abundant Life A5
Reavivamiento Ahora Spanish 8x11
Reavivamiento Ahora Spanish A4
Reavivamiento Ahora Spanish A5
Ask Believe Rejoice (on prayer)
Ask Believe Rejoice 8x11
Ask Believe Rejoice A4
Ask Believe Rejoice A5
Revival Now! English and Spanish and French
English
Revival Now! 8x11
Revival Now! A4
Revival Now! A5
Spanish
Reavivamiento Ahora Spanish 8x11
Reavivamiento Ahora Spanish 8x11
Reavivamiento Ahora Spanish 8x11
French
Réveil aujourd'hui Augsburger 2021 GCa 8x14
Réveil aujourd'hui Augsburger 2021 GCa A4
Réveil aujourd'hui Augsburger 2021 GCa A5