In what ways can we daily practice holiness as instructed in 1 Peter 1:14? Framing the Call 1 Peter 1:14 declares, “As obedient children, do not conform to the passions of your former ignorance.” This literal command speaks to every follower of Christ today; holiness is not an abstract goal but an achievable daily lifestyle. What Holiness Looks Like—Key Traits • Separation from former passions • Obedience that springs from love, not legalism • Alignment with God’s character revealed in His Word (1 Peter 1:15-16) Daily Practices That Keep Us Set Apart • Renew the mind – Romans 12:2: “Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind.” – Begin each morning in Scripture; let truth shape thoughts before social media or news does. • Filter influences – Philippians 4:8 provides the grid: whatever is true, honorable, just, pure, lovely, commendable—dwell on these. – Evaluate books, music, shows, and online feeds; remove anything that stirs old, sinful desires. • Immediate obedience in small choices – Luke 16:10 reminds us faithfulness in little things trains us for larger assignments. – Say no to gossip, indulge no lingering stare, refuse to shade the truth on expense reports. • Quick confession and repentance – 1 John 1:9 promises cleansing when we confess. – Keep short accounts with God; don’t let a day close with unconfessed sin. • Cultivate fellowship – Hebrews 10:24-25 calls us to spur one another on toward love and good works. – Join a Bible study or prayer group; holiness grows best in community. • Serve with love – Galatians 5:13: “Serve one another in love.” – Volunteering redirects focus from self-gratification to Christlike self-giving, choking old passions. Motivations That Sustain Us • The character of God: “Be holy, because I am holy” (1 Peter 1:16). • The finished work of Christ: We were redeemed “with the precious blood of Christ” (1 Peter 1:19). • The coming judgment: “Conduct yourselves in reverent fear during your stay as foreigners” (1 Peter 1:17). Holiness Checklist for the Week □ Word before phone each morning □ One media item pruned that hinders purity □ Confess sin immediately, not after it festers □ Encourage at least one believer daily □ Perform one hidden act of service □ End each day thanking God for victories and grace Encouragement to Press On Every command of Scripture is accurate, literal, and doable through the Holy Spirit who indwells us (Galatians 5:16). As we choose obedience moment by moment, the passions of our former ignorance lose their grip, and holiness becomes our new normal. |
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