How can Christians today reflect God's holiness as seen in Ezekiel 37:28? Anchoring in Ezekiel 37:28 “Then the nations will know that I the LORD sanctify Israel, when My sanctuary is in their midst forever.” Christ’s People as God’s Present Sanctuary • Ezekiel foresaw a day when God’s own dwelling would mark out His people as holy. • Through Christ, that reality has begun now: – “Do you not know that you are God’s temple and that God’s Spirit dwells in you?” (1 Corinthians 3:16). – “As God has said: ‘I will dwell in them and walk among them’ ” (2 Corinthians 6:16). • Because the Spirit lives within, believers carry God’s holiness into every sphere of life. Marks of Holiness in Daily Life • Personal purity – “Just as He who called you is holy, so be holy in all you do.” (1 Peter 1:15-16) – Choosing integrity when no one is watching; guarding eyes, thoughts, speech. • Distinctive love – “Above all, put on love, which binds everything together in perfect harmony.” (Colossians 3:14) – Forgiving quickly, valuing life, serving neighbors without agenda. • Set-apart priorities – “Present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God.” (Romans 12:1) – Time, money, and ambitions aimed first at pleasing the Lord, not culture. • Visible good works – “Let your light shine before men, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.” (Matthew 5:16) – Consistency between Sunday worship and weekday conduct. Guarding Holiness in Community • Commit to a local church that teaches Scripture faithfully (Acts 2:42). • Practice mutual accountability—loving correction keeps the whole body pure (Hebrews 3:13). • Celebrate the Lord’s Supper reverently, remembering the price of our sanctification (1 Corinthians 11:27-29). • Serve together in mercy ministries; holiness is displayed when God’s people meet tangible needs (Titus 3:14). Living as a Witness to the Nations • When believers live set apart yet engaged, onlookers “know that the LORD sanctifies” His people. • Holiness is never isolation; it is invitation—showing a watching world what life under God’s reign looks like. • Persevere, knowing His sanctuary will be “in their midst forever”; today’s obedience anticipates the day when holiness fills the earth (Revelation 21:3-4). Summary Holiness reflected in Ezekiel 37:28 becomes visible today as Christians welcome God’s indwelling presence, pursue purity, love sacrificially, and live differently together—so that every nation may see the unmistakable imprint of the Holy One. |
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