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The concept of God's infinitude is a central tenet in Christian theology, reflecting His boundless nature in power, presence, knowledge, and existence. The infinite nature of God underscores His transcendence and immanence, affirming that He is beyond all limitations and yet intimately involved with His creation.

Infinite in Power (Omnipotence): God's infinite power is evident throughout Scripture, where He is depicted as the Almighty Creator and Sustainer of the universe. InGenesis 1:1, "In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth," we see the demonstration of His creative power.Jeremiah 32:17 declares, "Ah, Lord GOD! You have made the heavens and the earth by Your great power and outstretched arm. Nothing is too difficult for You." This verse emphasizes that no task is beyond God's capability, affirming His omnipotence.

Infinite in Presence (Omnipresence): God's infinite presence means He is present everywhere at all times.Psalm 139:7-10 beautifully captures this attribute: "Where can I go to escape Your Spirit? Where can I flee from Your presence? If I ascend to the heavens, You are there; if I make my bed in Sheol, You are there. If I rise on the wings of the dawn, if I settle by the farthest sea, even there Your hand will guide me; Your right hand will hold me fast." This passage illustrates that there is no place in the universe where God is not present, affirming His omnipresence.

Infinite in Knowledge (Omniscience): God's infinite knowledge encompasses all things past, present, and future.Psalm 147:5 states, "Great is our Lord and mighty in power; His understanding has no limit." This verse highlights that God's knowledge is not only vast but also perfect and complete.Isaiah 46:9-10 further affirms this by declaring, "I am God, and there is no other; I am God, and there is none like Me, declaring the end from the beginning, and from ancient times things not yet done, saying, 'My counsel shall stand, and I will accomplish all My purpose.'"

Infinite in Existence (Eternality): God's infinite existence is reflected in His eternal nature. He is without beginning or end, existing outside the constraints of time. InExodus 3:14, God reveals Himself to Moses as "I AM WHO I AM," indicating His self-existence and eternal presence.Revelation 1:8 echoes this truth: "I am the Alpha and the Omega," says the Lord God, "who is and was and is to come—the Almighty." This declaration affirms that God transcends time, being eternally present.

Infinite in Love and Mercy: God's infinite love and mercy are central to His character and His relationship with humanity.Ephesians 3:18-19 encourages believers to "grasp how wide and long and high and deep is the love of Christ, and to know this love that surpasses knowledge." This passage suggests that God's love is immeasurable and surpasses human understanding.Lamentations 3:22-23 assures us of His enduring mercy: "Because of the LORD’s loving devotion we are not consumed, for His mercies never fail. They are new every morning; great is Your faithfulness."

In summary, the infinitude of God is a profound and foundational aspect of His nature, encompassing His power, presence, knowledge, existence, love, and mercy. These attributes reveal a God who is both transcendent and personal, inviting believers into a relationship with the One who is limitless in all His ways.

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1 Kings 8:27
But will God indeed dwell on the earth? behold, the heaven and heaven of heavens cannot contain you; how much less this house that I have built?
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2 Chronicles 2:6
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?
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2 Chronicles 6:1,18
Then said Solomon, The LORD has said that he would dwell in the thick darkness.
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Psalm 147:5
Great is our Lord, and of great power: his understanding is infinite.
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Jeremiah 23:24
Can any hide himself in secret places that I shall not see him? said the LORD. Do not I fill heaven and earth? said the LORD.
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Now from this view ofGod's Infinite Love and Mercy in Christ...
... Address 195: Now from this view ofGod's infinite love and mercy in Christ
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Infinite God
... Hymns of the Apostolic ChurchINFINITE GOD. tr., John Brownlie 8.8.8.8 Kurie
ho Theos hemon, hou to kratos aneikaston,. kai he doxa...

WhetherGod isInfinite?
... THE INFINITY OFGOD (FOUR ARTICLES) WhetherGod isinfinite? Objection... Orth.
i, 4) that "God isinfinite and eternal, and boundless."....

Whether the Power ofGod isInfinite?
... THE POWER OFGOD (SIX ARTICLES) Whether the power ofGod isinfinite?
Objection...infinite. Therefore the power ofGod isinfinite....

WhetherGod Can KnowInfinite Things?
... will go on for ever, so that individuals be infinitely multiplied; yet, if we consider
more attentively, we must hold thatGod knowsinfinite things even by...

Whether Anything butGod Can be EssentiallyInfinite?
... Now if the essence ofGod isinfinite, His power must also beinfinite. Therefore...
infinite. Therefore something besidesGod can beinfinite....

The Fifth Proposition.God, Out of hisInfinite Love
... THE FIFTH PROPOSITION.God, out of hisinfinite love.God, out of hisinfinite
love, who delighteth not in the death of a sinner, but...

God, Out of hisInfinite Love
... AN APOLOGY FOR THE TRUE CHRISTIAN DIVINITY PROPOSITION V.God, out of his
infinite love. [219]God, out of hisinfinite love, who...

OInfinite Liberality ofGod the Father! O Admirable and Supreme...
... THE FOURTH CENTURY 77 "Oinfinite liberality ofGod the Father! O admirable and
supreme Felicity of Man!... "Oinfinite liberality ofGod the Father!...

ButGod BeingInfinite is Infinitely Righteous
... THE SECOND CENTURY 28 ButGod beinginfinite is infinitely righteous. ButGod
beinginfinite is infinitely righteous. His love therefore...