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Originally Posted by bishoph
No "code language" here! I forgot an "and" which I have added, however, holiness is a component of salvation and one cannot have salvation without holiness as the writer of Hebrews admonishes us; "Work at living in peace with everyone, and work at living a holy life, for those who are not holy will not see the Lord." Hebrews 12:14(NLT) And holiness is a progressive work in our lives " 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
While I understand the need for growth and maturity, IMHO if a "Christian" does not exemplify "Christian" ethics and living then he/she is not a true Christian. Separation from the world in conduct, dress, attitude, and manner of life is "biblical" in every sense of the word. |
I'm amazed in all of Paul's writings, you believe Christian living is part of salvation, and not byproduct of salvation and maturity. I have news for you, though I put on holiness, and strive, even, to be perfect, in my own self, I am unholy and wretched. I fall short. The exhortation in
Hebrews 12:14 most assuredly is not a teaching on how to be saved, but rather the responsibility of one who is saved.
Yes, it is entirely progressive. What's interesting is when people put their own dogmas under what is defined as "holiness" and then insert these dogmas into scriptures where the word "holy" or "holiness" appear.
Those who don't pursue holiness, those who are "unholy", meaning, living wicked lives, will not see the Lord. The context of the Chapter is about listening to the Lord, which is what Holiness is all about
: having an ear toward heaven, letting it renew our minds, thoughts and consequently our behaviors (actions).
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