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Seed Doctrine

The Holiness of God

God is intrinsically holy: perfectly pure, sacred, and set apart from all sin. He zealously protects the sanctity of His name, judges conduct that profanes it, and acts for the manifestation of His own holiness rather than because sinners merit His favor.

Core Concepts

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Misconceptions We Reject

  • Holiness is merely ceremonial or external cleanliness
  • God acts because sinners deserve restoration
  • Human holiness is independent of God's sanctifying work
  • God's concern for His name is selfish vanity rather than the rightful manifestation of His perfect character

Key Scriptures

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