How can we ensure our actions reflect holiness as described in Exodus 28:36? Key Verse “Engrave on it as a seal: ‘HOLY TO THE LORD.’ ” (Exodus 28:36) What Holiness Means • “Holy” denotes being set apart exclusively for God’s purposes • The engraved plate on Aaron’s turban broadcast an unbroken reminder of consecration • Our calling: live so that every behavior publicly proclaims “Holy to the Lord” (1 Peter 1:15-16) Practical Steps to Reflect Holiness • Surrender the whole self – Offer your body “as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God” (Romans 12:1) • Guard speech – Let words be “seasoned with salt” (Colossians 4:6) and consistently truthful (Ephesians 4:25) • Cultivate pure motives – “Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord” (Colossians 3:23) • Maintain visible distinction – Resist conformity to the world’s patterns (Romans 12:2) – Choose entertainment, dress, and habits that spotlight Christ, not self • Practice daily confession and cleansing – “If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive” (1 John 1:9) • Serve with reverence – Use spiritual gifts so “in all things God may be glorified through Jesus Christ” (1 Peter 4:10-11) Guarding Our Hearts and Minds • Feed on Scripture (Psalm 119:11) • Pray without ceasing (1 Thessalonians 5:17) • Keep fellowship with believers who spur on holiness (Hebrews 10:24-25) Daily Application 1. Begin each morning by acknowledging, “I am set apart for You today.” 2. Examine forthcoming tasks—ask, “Will this display ‘Holy to the Lord’?” 3. End the day with gratitude and repentance, realigning anything that drifted from holiness. Encouragement from Scripture • “Therefore, beloved, since we have these promises, let us cleanse ourselves from everything that defiles body and spirit, perfecting holiness in the fear of God.” (2 Corinthians 7:1) • “Put on the new self… created to be like God in true righteousness and holiness.” (Ephesians 4:24) |
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