Words of Encouragement
July - 25 - 2004
A little corruption, a little poison, and a little rotten are all an oxymoron. God has made us pure and perfect in Jesus. What a glorious thought! Why would we want to stain his perfection with what is evil. Our Father wants us to dedicate ourselves to him, and to living as his holy people
Today's reading is from 1 Peter 1:13-16.
13 Therefore gird up the loins of your mind, be sober, and rest your hope fully upon the grace that is to be brought to you at the revelation of Jesus Christ;
14 as obedient children, not conforming yourselves to the former lusts, as in your ignorance;
15 but as He who called you is holy, you also be holy in all your conduct,
16 because it is written, "Be holy, for I am holy."
Let us go to our heavenly Father in prayer.
Holy and Righteous God, please empower us to resist temptation and to run away from sin. Give us a more passionate desire to cherish and protect the purity you have given us by the sacrifice of Jesus. Give us a holy revulsion to evil and wickedness. Draw our hearts closer to your own and give us a passion for your holiness. Thank you for making us holy and precious in your sight.
In Jesus' name.
Amen.