Holy... Holy is an often misunderstood word in the Bible. What does it really mean? We'll learn a bit in today's name. God's holiness refers to a couple of themes.
First, His holiness refers to His character of purity and hatred of evil and immorality. We often hear about God's love and his grace, but love and grace area always balanced by God's holiness. Yes, God loves, but he also desires his people to be pure and undivided in their devotion to Him.
The second meaning for holiness is something that is separate and different in a sacred way. God is different than anyone and anything we can see in the world. He acts differently than any of the idols and gods of other nations. The idols and gods of the other nations are just selfish or angry or jealous personalities.
As you read today's chapter, consider how our God is different from what you might expect or different from other religions. Be sure to also note the moral standard that God calls us to.
Click here to listen and read Isaiah 43.
Take a moment now, if you haven't already, to pause and thank and praise God for being so different than other gods.
God truly deserves our worship and he has done so much for us that He deserves us to live holy lives for His glory. Take a moment to consider how you might live a more holy life in all you do today and tomorrow. Write yourself a note in your Bible to remind you.
Blessings!
Pastor Arlen
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