Sanctification is affirmed through the teachings of Scripture and the experiential knowledge of believers who have been transformed by the Holy Spirit.
The truth of sanctification is affirmed through biblical exposition and the work of the Holy Spirit in the lives of believers. The Apostle Paul prays for the saints' sanctification in 1 Thessalonians 5:23, illustrating its divine origin and necessity. Moreover, believers experience sanctification intrinsically as they are taught by the Spirit and transformed into the image of Christ (2 Corinthians 3:18). This experiential aspect, coupled with the clear scriptural basis, affirms the truth and importance of sanctification for Christians.
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