Things Unseen with Sinclair B. Ferguson The Simplicity of God
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May 6, 2025 Explore the essence of God as Sinclair Ferguson dives into the fascinating doctrine of divine simplicity. He clarifies how God's attributes, like wisdom and holiness, are not separate parts but integral to His being. The discussion highlights the perfection and unchanging nature of God, distinguishing Him from creation. This thought-provoking conversation invites listeners to reflect on the profound simplicity and holiness inherent in the divine.
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Knowing God Through Revelation
- We know God only because He reveals Himself and made us in His likeness.
- This divine condescension enables our unique capacity to know and love God as persons.
God's Attributes Are Unified
- God's attributes are not separate parts but are fully Himself.
- Unlike humans, whose traits can vary over time, God's attributes are immutable and unified with His essence.
Dense Tiny Ball Illustration
- Imagine trying to lift a tiny ball too dense to lift, heavier than its size suggests.
- This illustrates God's divine simplicity: all attributes concentrated into one unimaginably great being.