Holiness of God in Scripture

What does the Hebrew term 'Qadowsh' signify regarding God's nature?

How does Leviticus 19:1-2 relate the holiness of God to His followers?

In what way should holiness manifest in a Christian's life according to the provided content?

What can we infer about God's nature regarding temptation based on James 1:13?

Mention two specific areas of life that Leviticus addresses in terms of holiness and purity.

Holiness of God

God is described as pure, clean, and free from defilement (Qadowsh - Hebrew).
God's holiness is a defining characteristic.
God's perfection is linked to holiness.

Holiness in Scripture

Leviticus 19:1-2 commands Israelites to be holy, mirroring God's holiness.
1 Peter 1:13-16 emphasizes that Christians should be holy, referencing the holiness of God.
- The call to holiness is not arbitrary but based on God's nature.
- Holiness is about aligning conduct with God's character, not human customs.
Holiness is to be present in every aspect of Christian conduct.

God's Immunity to Temptation

James 1:13 clarifies that God cannot be tempted by evil nor tempts others.

Holiness and Practical Application

The Book of Leviticus outlines laws regarding purity for Israel, including:
- Clean and unclean foods (Leviticus 11:1-23).
- Biological functions (Leviticus 12:1-8).
- Disease (Leviticus 13-16).
- Sexual morality (Leviticus 18).
- Sabbath keeping (Leviticus 19:1-3).
- Idolatry (Leviticus 19:4).
- Ethical conduct (e.g., avoiding stealing, lying, hatred, and injustice) (Leviticus 19).
Measurement standards of weight, length, and volume are all part of the holiness standards (Leviticus 19).

Explore the holiness of God as described in scripture, emphasizing its significance in both the Old and New Testaments. This quiz examines key biblical verses and the implications of God's holiness on Christian conduct and morality. Understand how the laws in Leviticus illustrate God’s call for His people to embody holiness.