Dictionary of Bible Themes Dictionary of Bible Themes » 2000 Jesus Christ » 2003 Jesus Christ, qualities of » 2006 God, the Son » 2030 Jesus Christ, holiness of The holiness of Jesus Christ is seen in his divine nature and work, as he stands apart from and above the created world with divine power, authority and purity. Recognition of the holiness of Jesus Christ leads both to a realisation of sin and unworthiness and to worship and adoration. The holy character of Jesus Christ Its divine origin Luke 1:35 See also John 1:1-2; John 3:31; John 8:23; John 13:3; John 17:14,16 Its divine nature Colossians 2:9 See also John 1:14; John 10:30,38; John 14:10; Philippians 2:6; Hebrews 1:3 Its divine purity Hebrews 7:26 See also 2 Corinthians 5:21; Hebrews 4:15; 1 Peter 1:19; Peter 2:22; 1 John 3:3,5 Its divine power Acts 4:30 See also Acts 10:38 The holy work of Jesus Christ He is set apart as God's servant Acts 4:27 See also Mark 10:45 pp Matthew 20:28; John 14:31; Acts 3:26; Philippians 2:7-8; Hebrews 10:7 His life is consecrated to the will and purpose of God Matthew 26:39 pp Mark 14:35-36 pp Luke 22:42 See also Matthew 26:42; John 12:49-50; John 14:31 He is appointed as the judge of sinners John 5:22,26-27; Acts 17:31; 2 Corinthians 5:10 He makes God's people holy Hebrews 13:12 See also John 17:19; Ephesians 5:25-27; Hebrews 2:11; Hebrews 10:10,14; 1 Peter 2:4-5,9-10 Declarations of the holiness of Jesus Christ By David: Psalm 16:10; Acts 2:27; Acts 13:35 Mark 1:24 pp Luke 4:34 by demons; Luke 1:35 by the angel Gabriel By Peter: John 6:69; Acts 3:14 Revelation 3:7 by Jesus Christ himself Results of recognising the holiness of Jesus Christ Awareness of sin and unworthiness Luke 5:8 See also Matthew 8:8 pp Luke 7:6-7 Fear Matthew 8:28-34 pp Mark 5:9-17 pp Luke 8:26-37; Revelation 1:17 Adoration and worship See also
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