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What does the Bible say about self-sanctification?

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The Bible warns against self-sanctification as it leads to spiritual danger and false confidence.

Self-sanctification is the act of attempting to clean oneself before God, relying on human effort rather than divine grace. This idea is exemplified in Matthew 12:43-45, where an unclean spirit is cast out but later returns with others, indicating that mere external reform without true inner transformation leads to a worse state. The passage illustrates how outward morality can mask a heart still under the influence of sin, ultimately making one more vulnerable to spiritual deception.
Scripture References: Matthew 12:43-45, Ephesians 2:1-3

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The danger of self sanctification
Simon Bell · Nov 8, 2022
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