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THEME: It Is Written
Series: Captured!
TITLE: Captured by God’s Holiness
Scripture: Isaiah 6 1-7
“Holiness is the everyday business of every Christian. It evidences itself in the decisions we make and the things we do, hour by hour, day by day.” Chuck Colson
I. THE REALITY OF HIS HOLINESS
“Who is like you, O Lord, among the gods? Who is like you, majestic in holiness, awesome in glorious deeds, doing wonders?” Exodus 15:11
“…the aspect of His character on which God laid most stress in the OT was His holiness.” J.I.Packer in Knowing God
Of all God’s attributes, nothing compares to the splendor and beauty of His holiness.
What does it mean when it speaks of God’s holiness? It is chief among His attributes. His character is perfect in every way. He is totally pure. His moral excellence is the absolute standard of integrity and ethical purity for all in the universe. His holiness sets Him apart from His creation. His holiness never diminishes.
The light of God’s holiness reveals the (darkness of our sin).
II. THE RESPONSE TO HIS HOLINESS
5 things happen when Isaiah comes into God’s presence:
1. He sees the Lord sitting upon His throne
2. The train of His robe fills the temple
3. The seraphim cover their faces.
4. The foundations shake
5. The house is filled with smoke.
Prior to his vision, Isaiah was focused upon (the sins of others). Now he becomes dramatically aware of (his own sin and unrighteousness).
Pretty powerful lesson: We are only prepared to receive and comprehend the grace of God when we have understood His infinite (holiness) and (our sinfulness).
SERIES: Captured!
NEXT WEEK: Captured by God’s Awesomeness- Isaiah 40:12-31
