Exploring The Wisdom of R.C. Sproul: Top Books

‘The Holiness of God‘: A Must-Read for Every Believer.

If you’re looking for a book that will challenge and inspire you, “The Holiness of God” by R.C. Sproul is a must-read. This book delves into what it means for God to be holy-an attribute that’s both awe-inspiring and daunting. Dr. Sproul takes us on a journey through the Bible and personal reflections to help us grasp the true depth of God’s holiness and how it impacts our lives.

Why should you read this book? For one, it’s an eye-opener. Dr. Sproul has a way of making profound theological concepts relatable. This book will push you to rethink your understanding of God and invite you to embrace a deeper reverence and gratitude for His grace. If you’re curious about the awe-inspiring and sometimes overwhelming nature of God’s holiness and how it affects your faith, this book is a fantastic read.

  1. “The first step in understanding the holiness of God is to realize that God’s holiness is not merely one attribute among others. it is the attribute that determines all other attributes.”
  2. “The holiness of God is the way He is separate, unique, and distinct from everything else.”
  3. “The only way to become humble before God is to grasp His majesty and our sinfulness.”
  4. The concept of holiness involves the idea of purity, which means that God is not just separate from sin, but is the very essence of purity.”
  5. To be in the presence of God is to be in the presence of absolute holiness, which exposes our own sinfulness.”
  6. “The holiness of God is a consuming fire that purifies everything it touches.”
  7. “God’s holiness is not an attribute that we can fully understand or comprehend, it is an attribute that we experience and are changed by.”

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Notable Quotes from “The Holiness of God”:

1. “The holiness of God affects every aspect of our lives—economics, politics, athletics, romance—everything with which we are involved.”

2. “When we understand the character of God, when we grasp something of His holiness, then we begin to understand the tragic seriousness of sin.”

3. “We do not have a God who is just holy; we have a God who is holy, holy, holy.”

4. “The human dilemma is this: God is holy, and we are not. God is righteous, and we are unrighteous. The only way we can be reconciled to a holy God is through the atonement of Jesus Christ.”

5. “God’s holiness is not merely a better version of the best we know. It is utterly set apart, distinct, and infinitely superior.”

6. “Sin is cosmic treason. Sin is the creature’s willingness to dethrone God in His own universe.”

7. “The more we understand God’s holiness, the more we will understand the depth of our sin and the magnitude of God’s grace.”


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  1. Rey Avatar

    What a great synopsis for a fantastic, theologically sound book.

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    1. Hasti Gomes Avatar

      Thanks so much! It’s such a powerful read. Have you had a chance to dive into it yet?

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      1. Rey Avatar

        Yes I have! I first read it many years ago and I reference and recommend it often.

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