Summit Life with J.D. Greear Holy and Awesome
May 1, 2025
Explore the profound nature of God's holiness, moving beyond simple notions of His love. Discover how Isaiah's visions uncover the awe and fear connected to divine holiness. Delve into the complexities of suffering and the necessity of trusting God's wisdom. Hear a captivating story about Michael Jordan that emphasizes the power of greatness. Finally, learn about the relevance of fearing the Lord today and its connection to modern struggles, along with an insightful Bible study overview.
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God's Holiness Defined
- God's holiness means perfection, completeness, and pure goodness without any impurity.
- We naturally yearn for holiness in our relationships and dealings because it represents wholeness and goodness.
God's Otherness and Transcendence
- God's holiness expresses His awesomeness and otherness, far beyond human understanding.
- We cannot judge or fully grasp God's ways because His wisdom and power surpass ours infinitely.
God's Wisdom and The Problem of Evil
- The problem of evil misses that God is not only all-powerful and all-loving but also all-wise.
- God's wisdom means some suffering reasons are beyond our understanding and temporarily hidden.