Timothy Keller Sermons Podcast by Gospel in Life

The Search for Transcendence

May 6, 2024

39:56

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Explore the human thirst for transcendence and the search for intimacy with the infinite in this intriguing podcast. Dive into the profound questions of suffering, religion, and science, while prioritizing God's love for true spiritual transcendence. Claim your right to a personal relationship with God and meditate on His transcendence for inner peace.

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The human heart's innate thirst for transcendence emphasizes the primal need for a connection with something greater than oneself.

Christianity provides answers to the deepest longings of the heart, offering a profound sense of fulfillment beyond empirical reasoning.

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Human Heart's Thirst for Transcendence

The podcast discusses the innate human longing for transcendence and spirituality, emphasizing the primal need individuals have for a connection with something greater than themselves. It highlights how the human soul craves transcendence as deeply as the body craves essential elements like water, illustrating the irreducible knowledge of a vast and metaphysical reality beyond the physical. Despite advancements in science and technology, the thirst for transcendence remains unquenchable, leading to an increased interest in spirituality and the supernatural in modern society.

Embrace the Thirst for Transcendence

01:25

Understanding the Nature of Prayer and Relationship with God

01:48

Introduction

2min

The Human Thirst for Transcendence

17min

Exploring Profound Questions and Encouraging Discussion on Christianity

2min

Prioritizing God's Love over Personal Desires

7min

Claiming the Right to God's Love and Transcendence

2min

Meditating on God's Transcendence

8min

There is a thirst in the human heart that will not be denied. It cannot be denied. That thirst is for transcendence.

Transcendence is intimacy with the infinite. Psalm 63 is about the search for transcendence. It says there is irreducible knowledge, there is terrible thirst, and there’s only one resolution for it.

Psalm 63 tells us 1) the human heart needs transcendence and 2) how the human heart can find transcendence.

This sermon was preached by Dr. Timothy Keller at Redeemer Presbyterian Church on September 26, 1993. Series: Modern Problems; Ancient Solutions. Scripture: Psalm 63.

Today's podcast is brought to you by Gospel in Life, the site for all sermons, books, study guides and resources from Timothy Keller and Redeemer Presbyterian Church. If you've enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting https://gospelinlife.com/give and making a one-time or recurring donation.

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Timothy Keller Sermons Podcast by Gospel in Life

The Search for Transcendence