The podcast discusses the Christian Ideal and the concept of holiness in the Bible, exploring its connection to transcendence and our innate search for something greater. They reflect on the overwhelming power of the ocean and its association with holiness, delve into various representations of holiness in the Bible such as the temple and Jesus, and discuss different responses to holiness in the Old Testament.
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Holiness is not limited to morality or being set apart, but about participating in something transcendent and beautiful, reflecting God's character.
The concept of holiness invites us to long for the ideal and to experience the divine abundance and fullness.
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Definition of Holiness
Holiness is a confusing and loaded word that we use in religious settings. It is often associated with someone being holier than thou, detached, stuffy, and stuck up. However, the concept of holiness is not limited to morality or being set apart. The Bible suggests that holiness is about participating in something transcendent and beautiful, a connection to the ultimate good and ideal state. It is a reflection of God's character and his abundance, completeness, awesomeness, and goodness.
Workbook on Holiness
The Bible Project is working on a workbook on the theme of holiness to accompany their YouTube videos. The workbook aims to explore the concept of holiness and delve into the bigger ideas of being made for something grand, to long for the ideal, and to experience the transcendent and beautiful. It examines the discrepancy between our common everyday life and the abundance and fullness represented by God. The workbook seeks to invite people to participate in the divine and to cultivate awe and reverence for the source of all beauty and power.
The Image of Holiness
Throughout the Bible, holiness is represented by various images and symbols that provide a visual representation of the concept. These include the temple, the tabernacle, and the body of Christ. The image of holiness helps to concretize the idea and enable humans to encounter and experience the divine abundance and fullness. Different parts of the Bible emphasize different aspects of holiness, such as ritual purity, social justice, and inner integrity, as they push humans to become better image bearers of God.
The Christian Ideal of Holiness
The podcast episode also touches on the Christian ideal of holiness. It highlights the human longing for completeness and the sense of awe and reverence in the presence of God's holiness. The conversation explores moments of encountering the otherness and grandeur, such as the overwhelming power of the ocean. The Christian ideal of holiness goes beyond vocabulary and ritual purity, extending to a call for transformation and participation in the divine. It calls people to be better reflections of the abundant and beautiful character of God.
This is the first episode in a two part discussion on the Christian “Ideal.” What is the Christian Ideal? That’s exactly what we ask. Why does it seem that humanity has an inner drive to find something transcendent? What is it that we’re all searching for and hoping to attain? In other words, why aren’t things a little more rad in our day to day?
The ancient Hebrew authors of the Bible also wrestled with these questions. They often used the word “holiness” to describe the quest for the ideal life. But today “holiness” is a confusing and loaded word. Spoiler alert: The way the Hebrews understood holiness is not how we do in modern times.
Tim, Jon, and a special guest, Paul Pastor hold an honest discussion asking why we all strive for something that seems just out of reach, and what that might have to do with God’s holiness.
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Show Resources:
The Bible Project Theme Video on Holiness: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l9vn5UvsHvM
Dictionary of the Old Testament by IVP: Holiness: J.E. Hartley.
New International Dictionary of Old Testament Theology and Exegesis: Jackie Nowdeh (Rudolph Otto)
Show Music:
Where’s Love: Jackie Hill Perry
Defender Instrumental: Rosasharn Music
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