Defenders Podcast Defenders: Doctrine of God: Attributes of God (Part 18): God's Holiness
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Mar 16, 2022 Dive into the moral attributes of God, focusing on His holiness as the true measure of goodness. Discover how biblical examples, like the burning bush, illustrate the contrast between divine perfection and human flaws. Explore the crucial role of Christ as a mediator, highlighting the need for redemption in bridging the gap caused by sin. The discussion also tackles the nature of God's holiness and its influence on moral goodness, presenting thought-provoking insights about divine commands and moral judgment.
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God As The Supreme Standard Of Goodness
- God is the ultimate standard of goodness rather than answerable to a higher law.
- William Lane Craig cites Romans 9:14–21 to argue God cannot be indicted because God is himself the court of justice.
Respond To Moral Critiques By Reframing The Standard
- When faced with moral criticism of God, remember Craig's claim that no higher court exists above God.
- He advises using Romans 9 to rebut accusations by arguing God's character is the standard of justice itself.
God's Holiness Demands Human Holiness
- God's holiness sanctifies places and people, prompting commands for humans to be holy because God is holy.
- Craig cites Exodus 3:4–5 and Leviticus 19:2 showing holy ground and the mandate for Israel's holiness.