Exploring Mormon Thought

022-The Attributes of God - A Critique

Sep 11, 2017
Blake Ostler, a scholar and theologian renowned for his work on Mormon doctrine, dives deep into the nuances of divine attributes. He critiques traditional views of God’s ultimacy, exploring the complexities of divine authority and the necessity of understanding God's unwavering goodness. The conversation also navigates the intricate balance between God's omnipotence and human free will, alongside diverse philosophical interpretations of God’s relationship with the universe. Ultimately, Ostler's insights challenge listeners to rethink the divine-human connection.
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INSIGHT

God's Ultimacy Defined

  • God's ultimacy means He is worthy of ultimate worship and allegiance, not just the greatest possible being in existence.
  • The existence of a more ultimate being than God challenges the fundamental demands of the Judeo-Christian tradition on worship.
INSIGHT

Ultimate Allegiance to God

  • Ultimate allegiance to God isn't like casual love or preference; it's a commitment that doesn't depend on finding a 'better' being.
  • God's demand for full allegiance sets Him apart from human relationships or lesser beings and justifies worshiping Him.
ANECDOTE

Healing Blessing Anecdote

  • Blake Ostler recounts his experience blessing a young girl with leukemia who went into complete remission after the blessing.
  • This personal experience affirms his belief in God's power to heal miraculously.
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