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1 Peter 1:15-16
but as He who called you is holy, you also be holy in all your conduct, because it is written, "Be holy, for I am holy."
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1 John 3:2-3
Beloved, now we are children of God; and it has not yet been revealed what we shall be, but we know that when He is revealed, we shall be like Him, for we shall see Him as He is. And everyone who has this hope in Him purifies himself, just as He is pure.
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Ephesians 5:25-27
Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ also loved the church and gave Himself for her, that He might sanctify and cleanse her with the washing of water by the word, that He might present her to Himself a glorious church, not having spot or wrinkle or any such thing, but that she should be holy and without blemish.
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Hebrews 12:14
Pursue peace with all people, and holiness, without which no one will see the Lord:
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Psalm 51:7
Purge me with hyssop, and I shall be clean;
Wash me, and I shall be whiter than snow.
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Isaiah 52:11
Depart! Depart! Go out from there,
Touch no unclean thing;
Go out from the midst of her,
Be clean,
You who bear the vessels of the LORD.
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2 Corinthians 6:14-17
Do not be unequally yoked together with unbelievers. For what fellowship has righteousness with lawlessness? And what communion has light with darkness? And what accord has Christ with Belial? Or what part has a believer with an unbeliever? And what agreement has the temple of God with idols? For you are the temple of the living God. As God has said:
"I will dwell in them
And walk among them.
I will be their God,
And they shall be My people."
Therefore "Come out from among them
And be separate, says the Lord.
Do not touch what is unclean,
And I will receive you."
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Resources
Priestly Purity
Article by Martin G. CollinsIn ancient Israel, the Levitical priests were required to maintain purity, being unspotted and without physical defects, as outlined in Leviticus 21, to offer sacrifices or offerings to God. Such defects, categorized as injury, deformity, disease, and surgery, were seen as profaning God's sanctuary if the priest approached the …
The Holiness Code
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThe concept of purity is central to the holiness code found in Leviticus, particularly in chapters 17 through 23, which focus on sanctification and the call to reflect God's nature. Purity, as an essential attribute of God, is beyond human imagination, representing ultimate holiness and a vast difference between the divine and …
Holiness of God (Part 4)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughGod's holiness embodies transcendent purity, a quality so beyond human comprehension that it surpasses all description and understanding. He is the epitome of purity, radiating a light that no darkness can withstand, symbolizing righteousness over evil. This purity is not merely an attribute but the essence of His being, calling …
Holiness (Part 2)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughHoly things are set apart from the rest, consecrated, sanctified, and transcendentally separate. God wants to transform us into that very image.
His Eye Is on the Sparrow (Part Four)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)From the beginning, God has set apart certain individuals, putting them through a sanctifying process, perfecting their character until they reflect His image.
Holiness of God (Part 3)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughAs bearers of God's name, we must aspire to holiness. Perfecting holiness is the process by which we are transformed from the glory of man to the glory of God.
Maintaining Good Health (Part 2)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe cleanliness laws in Leviticus, prescribing cleansing and quarantine, apply to the spiritual dimension as well. God will not tolerate uncleanness.
The Beatitudes, Part 6: The Pure in Heart
'Personal' from John W. RitenbaughPurity before God is far more than just being clean. To Jesus, being pure in heart, described in the Beatitudes, touches on the very holiness of God.
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