Bryan M. Litfin (Ph.D, University of Virginia) is Professor of Bible and Theology at Liberty University. This article is adapted from his new book, The Story of the Trinity: Controversy, Crisis, and the Creation of the Nicene Creed (Baker, 2025). Bryan is married to Carolyn, and they have two adult children. Bryan and Carolyn worship at Rivermont Evangelical Presbyterian Church. He may be reached at www.bryanlitfin.com.