He has saved us and called us to a holy life--not because of anything we have done but because of his own purpose and grace. This grace was given us in Christ Jesus before the beginning of time, but it has now been revealed through the appearing of our Savior, Christ Jesus, who has destroyed death and has brought life and immortality to light through the gospel. (2 Timothy 1:9-10 NIV)
When we think about living a holy life, often times we can think about the list of things we are not allowed to do. Living holy as He is holy seems impossible. It also may seem negative, like we are trying to be “holier than thou” and look down our noses at others. But these thoughts simply aren’t true.
For just as the Father raises the dead and gives them life, even so the Son gives life to whom he is pleased to give it. (John 5:21 NIV)
Holiness and righteousness are God’s way of giving us life. God wants us to have life. God wants us to enjoy life. God wants to give us all good gifts throughout our life. God’s gifts may not make us uber wealthy, but they will bring us satisfaction, fulfillment, peace, joy, and love. God’s desire for our lives is much better than any alternative we may think about. God wants to give us life…abundantly.
The thief comes only to steal, slaughter, and destroy. I have come that they might have life, and have it abundantly! (John 10:10 TLV)
Fight the good fight of the faith. Take hold of the eternal life to which you were called when you made your good confession in the presence of many witnesses. (1 Timothy 6:12 NIV)
How about you? Are you experiencing the fruit of God’s Spirit and the gifts of God’s grace? Are you living life abundantly? Take hold of life.
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