"Since we have these promises, dear friends, let us purify ourselves from everything that contaminates body and spirit, perfecting holiness out of reverence for God." 2 Corinthians 7:1
The promises of God's presence among us (6:16) and His intimate relationship with us (6:18) should serve to motivate us to seek complete holiness of life. For only through holiness will we realize the fulfillment of these promises in our daily experience. God is holy and He will only manifest His glorious presence where holiness is pursued.
It is complete holiness of body and spirit (outward and inward) that is required. We cannot seek merely the outward appearance of holiness. We must seek holiness in the most hidden places of our life if we are to experience God in our life and work. We must also remember that holiness is God's work through the cross of Christ and the indwelling of His Spirit in our life. If we seek it, He will provide it (and He alone can).
Father, forgive me for being content with just enough holiness to get by. Fill me with such a longing for Your presence that nothing less than the pursuit of complete holiness will do.
I'm praying for you.
Pastor Mark
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