Today's Reading: Leviticus 20
This verse
reminds us that we are set apart for a special purpose (the word “holy” means
separate, set apart). We are called to be holy because our God is holy. We are
not meant to blend in with the crowd or conform to the ways of the world, but
rather to stand out as shining examples of God's love and grace.
Being holy
simply means being set apart for God's purposes and living in a way that
reflects His character. Here are a few practical ways you can pursue holiness
in your everyday life:
Spend time
with God: Make it a priority to spend time in prayer and reading God's Word
each day. This will help you grow closer to Him and better understand His will
for your life.
Choose your
words carefully: Be mindful of the words you speak and strive to speak words
that build others up and honor God.
Practice
self-control: Whether it's in your thoughts, your words, or your actions, seek
to exercise self-control in all areas of your life. This means avoiding things
that are harmful to you or others and pursuing things that are good and
beneficial.
Love others:
Jesus tells us to love our neighbors as ourselves, and this is a key part of
pursuing holiness. Seek to show love and kindness to those around you, even
when it's difficult.
Seek
forgiveness: When you fall short of God's standards, be quick to seek
forgiveness and make things right. This is an important part of growing in
holiness and maintaining a healthy relationship with God.
Full
devotion: It has been said, “To live holy for God is to live wholly for God.”
God is seeking those who will fully and completely dedicate themselves to
pursuing Him and the holiness He desires.
Remember,
pursuing holiness is a journey, not a destination. It's something that we must
continually grow into as we seek to be like Him and reflect His character in
our lives.
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