Having therefore these promises, dearly beloved, let us cleanse ourselves from all filthiness of the flesh and spirit, perfecting holiness in the fear of God. — 2 Corinthians 7:1

Being pure is hard in a world with so many distractions and temptations. Even though it is hard, the call to be pure is often forgotten or ignored. “Cheap grace” (Jude 4) is used in place of a call to live with passion. Even though we don’t want to give in to a works-righteousness mentality, we must also remember that impurity caused by laziness, lack of commitment, or just plain rebellion taints those who say they are Christians and destroys our influence in front of the world who is watching.

 

Thought

Being pure is hard in a world with so many distractions and temptations. Even though it is hard, the call to be pure is often forgotten or ignored. “Cheap grace” (Jude 4) is used in place of a call to live with passion. Even though we don’t want to give in to a works-righteousness mentality, we must also remember that impurity caused by laziness, lack of commitment, or just plain rebellion taints those who say they are Christians and destroys our influence in front of the world who is watching.

 

Prayer

Purify my heart, my life, my body, my influence, O God. May everything I say and think be clean in your eyes. I want to be as holy as you are and honor you in the way that only you deserve. You are the only God! I ask this through Jesus. Amen.