Holy: What It Means To Be Set Apart - A Journey through 1 Peter | Part 1

Tyler Minton

June 23, 2024

Main Idea

Pastor emphasized that holiness is about being set apart and unique, reflecting God's nature. He highlighted that through Jesus, we are made holy and become the temple where the Holy Spirit resides. This transformation allows us to spread life and healing, like the river in Ezekiel's vision. The sermon underscored the importance of understanding holiness not just as moral purity but as a powerful, life-giving force that we embody through the Spirit. Pastor encouraged us to embrace our identity as God's holy people, living in anticipation of the fullness of salvation and expressing sincere love to one another as evidence of our holiness.

Scripture References

1 Peter 1:1-2, Psalm 139:16-18, Isaiah 6:1-7, Ezekiel 47:1-2, 6-9, 12, John 7:37-38, Revelation 22:1-5, 1 Peter 1:3-5, 1 Peter 1:6-7, James 1:2-4, 1 Peter 1:8-12, 1 Peter 1:13-20, 1 Peter 1:21-25

What does holiness mean to you, and how does it differ from the common perception of moral goodness?

How can we reconcile the life-giving and dangerous aspects of God's holiness in our own spiritual journeys?

Discussion Questions:

In what ways does Jesus' life and ministry challenge our understanding of purity and impurity?

How does the indwelling of the Holy Spirit transform us into conduits of living water for the world?

What practical steps can we take to live out our holy calling and express sincere love to our community?

Summary

In 'Holy: What It Means To Be Set Apart,' Pastor explored the concept of holiness through 1 Peter, emphasizing its richness beyond moral goodness. He explained that holiness, derived from the Hebrew word 'Qadosh,' signifies being unique and set apart, embodying God's character as the most powerful, beautiful, loving, and good being. The sermon delved into the paradox of God's holiness as both life-sustaining and dangerous to the impure, likening it to the sun's nurturing yet destructive nature. Pastor discussed the Old Testament's approach to purity, the transformative power of Jesus' touch, and the indwelling of the Holy Spirit in believers, making us conduits of living water. He concluded with the vision of Revelation, where God's presence brings healing and life, and encouraged us to live in holy obedience, reflecting God's love.