“But as He who called you is holy, you also be holy in all your conduct, because it is written, “Be holy, for I am holy.” 1 Peter 1:15-16
God spoke this Bible verse to me last night and emphasized the importance of separating from the world.
This is a very difficult command from Jesus to appropriate into our lives.
Jesus is perfect and without any sin. He does not think or act like a human being.
We are mere mortals born with an inner nature to live for self and rebel against the ways of God. We have big egos and are self driven people. Jesus has no ego.
We cannot keep the commands of God through discipline, intellect, or will power. And, God is opposed to those who try to become religious and do good works to appease Him.
The biblical concept of holiness does not appear in the ways of the world.
The values of the world are seeking prosperity and satisfying self.
The decision to commit your life to Jesus will not bring holiness unless you take Jesus seriously and are willing to change.
The holiness of Jesus will come to a believer who submits to the work of the Cross. And, this is not easy. You have to die to self and live for Jesus.
The new creature in Christ is a “set apart” believer and severs all ties to the world. He lives in the world but he is not of the world.
He seeks the will of God through prayer, reading the Bible, and listening for the voice of God. He distances himself from all darkness
The Christ follower submits to the Holy Spirit. He is the life of Jesus and knows you better than you know yourself. He will transform your thoughts, motives and decision making into the character of God.
The blood of Christ is vital to a believer. The blood cleanses a believer of all sin and makes him acceptable to God.
Commit your works each day to Jesus and pray for His counsel and protection.
Be holy for I am holy by walking in oneness with Jesus anchored to the Holy Spirit!
Hal Hollister Ministry 