2 Corinthians 7:1 New International Version (NIV)
7 Therefore, 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.
God has blessed us with so many wonderful promises. He has
secured them through the sending of his Son "to conquer death and bring
life and immortality to life." He will "transform our lowly bodies to
be like his glorious body." He will take us home to be with him eternally,
but until that day, he will live inside us and reveal himself to us. He will
make us more than conquerors and will not allow anything to separate us from
his love. So what should our response be? Yes, sure we should offer him praise.
But, we must not limit our praise to words. God wants our lives to be pure,
staying away from what is evil, vile, putrid, and corrupt. He wants us to do
this, not so we can claim some moral superiority, but so that we can show him
our adoration and reverence. In our desire to offer God praise, let's not
forget that one of the greatest ways to praise him is to seek him in purity and
holiness!
Thought for today:
In what ways do I seek holiness and purity?
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