Things Unseen with Sinclair B. Ferguson

Co-Essential with the Father

Jun 6, 2024

07:14

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Deep dive into Christ's nature and the Council of Chalcedon, exploring His dual divine and human nature. Emphasis on Jesus as the only Savior due to His unique dual nature. Importance of Jesus being fully human for representing humanity and serving as their substitute for sins.

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Understanding the Chalcedonian definition helps safeguard against confusion and heresy in explaining Christ's dual nature.

The Chalcedonian definition stresses that Jesus must be fully human and fully divine to be the genuine Savior for humanity.

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Importance of Chalcedonian Definition

The Chalcedonian definition, formulated in 451 A.D., plays a crucial role in helping Christians understand the dual nature of Christ - divine and human. By carefully articulating this concept, it guards against confusion and heresy. This definition, while intricate, provides a detailed description of Jesus, similar to how musical notation conveys musical compositions. The definition serves to prevent false interpretations of Christ's nature, guiding believers towards an accurate understanding of Jesus.

Deep Theological Reflections on Christ's Nature and the Council of Chalcedon

5min

Understanding the Humanity of Jesus and the Chalcedon Creed

2min

It isn't theoretical musing that drives us to understand the two natures of Christ in His incarnation. Today, Sinclair Ferguson explains that only Jesus can qualify to be our Savior since He is both God and Man.

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