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How do we know that Christians are called to be holy?

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Christians are called to be holy as a reflection of God's own holiness, as stated in 1 Peter 1:15-16 and Leviticus 11:44.

The call to holiness for Christians is grounded in the character of God. In 1 Peter 1:15-16, the apostle Peter draws from Leviticus 11:44, where God commands Israel to be holy because He is holy. This call is not merely about adhering to dietary laws or outward behaviors but concerns being set apart in our thoughts, deeds, and lives. True holiness involves recognizing our identity in Christ and living in a manner that honors that calling, reflecting God's glory in a fallen world.
Scripture References: 1 Peter 1:15-16, Leviticus 11:44

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Be Ye Holy
Greg Elmquist · Apr 2, 2023
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