Things Unseen with Sinclair B. Ferguson

The Thrice-Holy One

May 29, 2024

05:57

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Exploration of God's infinite greatness and the importance of Christian doctrine vs. human tendencies, the overwhelming nature of God's holiness as described through vivid imagery, emphasizing separation from sin and the challenge of withstanding His presence

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God's infinite greatness surpasses human understanding, emphasizing the vital creator-creature distinction.

God's holiness, described as intense separation from sin, is likened to incomprehensibly bright light without any darkness.

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The Infinite Greatness of God

God's infinite greatness far surpasses human understanding, emphasizing the vital creator-creature distinction. Despite humanity's inclination to diminish God's greatness to human levels, Christian doctrine asserts the immeasurable nature of God, humbling believers and elevating their sense of wonder and privilege in encountering Him.

Exploration of God's Infinite Greatness and the Importance of Christian Doctrine

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Exploring the Overwhelming Nature of God's Holiness

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What do we mean when we talk about the holiness of God? Today, Sinclair Ferguson reflects on the characteristic of God that may be most difficult for us to understand and yet is so essential to knowing who He is.

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