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Why is God's holiness essential to understand?

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God's holiness underscores His absolute moral perfection and the seriousness of sin.

Understanding God's holiness is vital for grasping the nature of sin and the disparity between God's character and human sinfulness. God's holiness demands perfection, as reflected in His law. In Isaiah 6, the seraphim declare, 'Holy, holy, holy is the Lord of hosts.' This triadic declaration emphasizes His purity and separateness from sin. Comprehending God's holiness enables Christians to appreciate the depth of their sin and the profound need for Christ's redemptive work. As Paul mentions in Philippians 3, human righteousness amounts to nothing apart from the righteousness of Christ, which fulfills the requirements of God's law.
Scripture References: Isaiah 6:3, Philippians 3:8-9

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God's Law Exposes My Corruption
Walter Pendleton · Feb 16, 2020
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