Lesson 3
God
is Infinite
Definition:
The infinity of God is not an independent
attribute. If we were to say, "God is the infinite," without
specification, the meaning would be pantheistic, equal to saying, "God is
everything." In using the word "infinite" we must always be specific.
Meaning:
Therefore, God is not found in the trees or in the
mountains but in who He is. Surely His power is displayed through the creation of the
trees and mountains and everything else we see and don't see, but those things are not to
be worshipped. Only God is to be worshipped, for He created all things in His infinite
power with His infinite wisdom.
Scripture Support:
Psalm 145:3
Great is the Lord, and greatly to be praised; and his greatness is
unsearchable.
II Chronicles 2:5
& 6
And the house that I build is great: for great is our God above all Gods.
But who is able to build him an house, seeing the heaven and heaven of heavens cannot
contain him? who am I then, that I should build him an house, save only to burn sacrifice
before him?
I Kings 8:27
But will God indeed dwell on the earth? behold, the heaven and heaven of
heavens cannot contain thee; how much less this house that I have builded.
Jeremiah 23:24
Can any hide himself in secret places that I shall not see him? saith the
Lord. Do I not fill heaven and earth? saith the Lord.
Conclusion:
There is no way to fully understand the vast
greatness of God. Infinity is the term man uses to describe something that cannot be
counted or measured and God is surely immeasurable.
Application:
I will not put God into a box
and limit Him. When I talk to Him, instead of putting limitations
on the things I pray for, I will ask God to
fully bless me and guide me through His infinite power and wisdom.
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