What is Biblical Holiness? (The Ground Plan)

This week we explore Ferguson’s teaching through the lens of 1 Peter 1:1-7.  We seek to answer the question, “What does it truly mean to be holy?”

Ferguson defines holiness as being entirely God’s possession.  This means that all we do and possess belongs to Him.  This impacts every thought and consideration.

We consider Peter the stumbling disciple.  He saw Christ’s beauty.  We discover that our preservation and holiness rest solely in Christ. This teaching unpacks six essential foundations of sanctification:

• The Purpose of God and the Trinity - Our holiness is rooted in God's loving election, not our own actions

• The Commandment to Be Holy - God calls us to holiness because of His own holy nature and love

• Exiles with the Savior - We now belong to heaven, bought not with silver or gold but with Christ's blood

• The Ministry of the Holy Spirit - The Spirit transforms us into new creatures, enabling us to grow in holiness

• The Function of Trials - God uses suffering to refine and strengthen us, making us more like Christ

• The Glory to Come - Our future hope transforms how we live today, as holiness is cultivated for eternity

Discover how the entire Trinity works in concert to bring about our sanctification and prepare us for the age to come.