2 Corninthians 7 - 1.3.24

Scripture

II Corinthians 7:1 - Therefore, since we have these promises, dear friends, let us purify ourselves from everything that contaminates body and spirit, perfecting holiness out of reverence for God.

Observation

“Perfecting holiness, a present participle, describes on-going action. It refers to the entire process of becoming like Jesus that begins in salvation and culminates in glorification.” Allan Brown – Bringing Holiness to Completion

Application

Becoming more like Jesus is an ongoing, lifelong, daily process. It isn’t something that we should only focus on periodically, but this verse stood out to me this morning as we are preparing for our time of fasting and prayer. I believe that when we seek him, he will answer. When we put aside the things of the world and focus on him, he will draw close and reveal himself to us.

Prayer

Thank you for your many promises – to forgive my sins, to save me from my sins, to give me a hope and a future. Thank you for your promise to finish the work you started in me. Thank you for teaching me, reminding me, nudging me, and even correcting me on the journey toward becoming more like you. I commit to partnering with you and I look forward to what you will reveal to me in the coming month.

 - Debbie Dunn