Things Unseen with Sinclair B. Ferguson

One Person, Two Natures

Jun 7, 2024

06:45

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Discussing the Chalcedon Creed and Christ's dual nature, the podcast emphasizes the importance of accurate Christology in Christian theology, debunking misconceptions and clarifying the nature of Jesus.

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Christ's incarnation is not a mixture of God and man, nor is He two persons.

Accurate Christology is crucial for understanding Jesus' nature and qualifying Him as Savior.

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Clarifying Two Main Views on the Nature of Christ

The podcast delves into the Chalcedonian statement from 451 A .D., highlighting the clarification it provides on the person natures of Jesus. It contrasts the views of Eutachianism, proposing a single combined nature, and Nestorianism, suggesting two distinct persons within Christ. The importance lies in accurately describing Jesus to ascertain His qualification as the Savior of humanity, emphasizing the significance of understanding His nature.

Exploration of Chalcedon Creed and Christ's Dual Nature

7min

We must not think of Christ's incarnation as a mixture: partially of God and partially of man. Nor should we imagine that He is two persons. Today, Sinclair Ferguson reminds us why getting our Christology right is so important.

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