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.” 1 Peter 1:15-16 (NKJV)
We are to be holy because God is holy. We are created in His image and because His Spirit abides within us we have access to the holiness of God and are therefore capable of living a holy life. The way in which we live, every choice we make, our treatment of others, etc., should reflect the holiness of God. (If you haven’t done so recently, now would be a good time to review the fruit of the Spirit, Galatians 5:22-23.) We should conduct ourselves, at all times, in a manner that honors God.
But how do we do this? Both James (James 4:6-8) and Peter (1 Peter 5:5-10) give us insight concerning this question by quoting the same scripture, Proverbs 3:34. This scripture tells us God gives grace to the humble. James and Peter tell us to be humble and furthermore, both tell us to submit to God and to resist the devil. James 4:8 reminds us if we draw near to God, He will draw near to us. Peter, likewise, in 1 Peter 5:7, tells us to cast all our cares upon the One who cares for us.
And what is the reward for humbleness; submission to God; and holiness? 1 Peter 5:10 tells us the “God of all grace, who called us to His eternal glory by Christ Jesus, after you have suffered a while, (will) perfect, establish, strengthen, and settle you.” AMEN!
Loving Father, I praise Your holy name; Name above all names. My prayer is that in all ways I submit to You and that the fruit of Your precious Spirit be magnified in me for Your honor and Your glory. Amen.
God Bless!
