Things Unseen with Sinclair B. Ferguson Dwelling in Eternal Light
May 8, 2025
Dive into the awe-inspiring nature of divine holiness. Discover how the seraphim, though sinless, cover their faces in reverence before God. The discussion contrasts common perceptions of holiness with the profound reality of God's purity. It emphasizes humanity's need for divine help to approach His majestic presence, leaving listeners with a deep sense of wonder.
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Hymn on God's Holiness
- Sinclair Ferguson shares a meaningful hymn by Thomas Binney about God's holiness and the purity required to stand in eternal light.
- The hymn reflects on how spirits near God's throne have never known sin, highlighting their unique holiness.
Fragility of Created Holiness
- Even perfectly holy seraphim cover their faces in God's presence, showing created holiness feels fragile before uncreated holiness.
- God's infinite holiness is so intense that perfect creatures instinctively shield themselves from His blazing presence.
Infinite Nature of God's Holiness
- God's holiness is infinitely dense and original, distinct from the holiness of created beings.
- Even flawless creatures sense their created holiness is insufficient to fully endure God's pure presence.