THE GLORY OF GOD ( PART 35 )

Pastor Christopher Choo

Lesson 3333

THE GLORY OF GOD ( PART 35 )

From Glory to Glory ( Study 14 ) 

Is there such a thing as Sinless Perfection?

Christ died to save us from our sins (Titus 2:11-14). We have been reconciled to God and forgiven of our sins by Christ's redeeming work on the Cross.

There is a second work of grace in which we as saved, reconciled, redeemed believers, present ourselves to Christ as living sacrifices, (Romans 12:1-2, Galatians 5:24-25) to be entirely or wholly sanctified (1 Thessalonians 5:23-24). We are then called to live a life of holiness (Hebrews 12:14), expressing this gift of holiness in love and compassion (1 Corinthians 13).

While we believe that the power of sin can be broken (Romans 6:1-4; 8:1-9) we make no claims that it is impossible for an entirely sanctified Christian to sin. 

But, praise is to our Lord Jesus Christ, there is no further need to live in sin (1 John 3:8-9).

Additionally, we have been given the command to be holy (1 Peter 1:13-16).

Holiness is the purity of heart, not perfection of knowledge, or even action. Mistakes can still be made. Misjudgments can still occur. As the Scriptures state, "We have this treasure in jars of clay"  (2 Corinthians 4:7).

Abba Father, true holiness and humility are inseparable. The nearer the soul comes to You, the more completely is it humbled and subdued. 

May this humility be found in us that we may be transformed to be Your good and faithful servants worthy of Your commendation.