call to holiness


Call to holiness

As Christians, we are called to live a holy life. This call to holiness is echoed throughout the Bible, but it’s particularly emphasized in the book of 1 Peter. In this letter, the apostle Peter exhorts his readers to live a life that is set apart for God, a life that is characterized by moral purity and good deeds.

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One of the key verses in 1 Peter that speaks to this call to holiness is found in chapter 1, verse 15-16: “But just as he who called you is holy, so be holy in all you do; for it is written: ‘Be holy, because I am holy.'” This verse is a direct quote from the book of Leviticus, where God commands his people to be holy because he is holy. Peter uses this same command to remind his readers that they too are called to be holy, just as God is holy.

So, what does it mean to be holy? The word “holy” comes from the Greek word “hagios,” which means “set apart” or “dedicated to God.” To be holy, then, is to be set apart from the world and dedicated to God’s purposes. This means living a life that is characterized by moral purity, obedience to God’s commands, and a commitment to doing good deeds.

In 1 Peter, Peter emphasizes the importance of moral purity in particular. He writes in chapter 2, verse 11: “Dear friends, I urge you, as foreigners and exiles, to abstain from sinful desires, which wage war against your soul.” Peter recognizes that living a holy life requires us to resist the temptations of the world and to avoid sinful behavior.

But living a holy life isn’t just about avoiding sinful behavior. It’s also about actively pursuing good deeds and living a life that is pleasing to God. In chapter 2, verse 12, Peter writes: “Live such good lives among the pagans that, though they accuse you of doing wrong, they may see your good deeds and glorify God on the day he visits us.” Peter encourages his readers to live in such a way that their good deeds are a testimony to the goodness of God.

Other Bible verses that speak to the call to holiness include:

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  • 2 Corinthians 7:1: “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.”
  • Ephesians 1:4: “For he chose us in him before the creation of the world to be holy and blameless in his sight.”
  • Hebrews 12:14: “Make every effort to live in peace with everyone and to be holy; without holiness no one will see the Lord.”

In conclusion, the call to holiness is a central theme in the Bible, and it’s particularly emphasized in the book of 1 Peter. As Christians, we are called to live a life that is set apart for God, characterized by moral purity and good deeds. May we strive to live in such a way that our lives bring glory to God and testify to his goodness and holiness.

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