A Christ centered holiness is desperately needed among those of us who call ourselves Christian. Maybe it would help to redefine holiness. There are many preconceptions concerning this critical Biblical mandate. Our picture and understanding of holiness must move beyond rules and regulations, beyond external issues of appearance and behavior. I offer a one word definition: Holiness is Christlikeness. To be Christlike is to live a life of love, compassion and courageous excellence for Christ's glory.
This holiness is impossible unless the Holy Spirit controls, cleanses and directs.
Sunday, July 22, 2007
Holiness
A Christ centered holiness is desperately needed among those of us who call ourselves Christian. Maybe it would help to redefine holiness. There are many preconceptions concerning this critical Biblical mandate. Our picture and understanding of holiness must move beyond rules and regulations, beyond external issues of appearance and behavior. I offer a one word definition: Holiness is Christlikeness. To be Christlike is to live a life of love, compassion and courageous excellence for Christ's glory.
This holiness is impossible unless the Holy Spirit controls, cleanses and directs.
This holiness is impossible unless the Holy Spirit controls, cleanses and directs.
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