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

Tyler Minton
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June 23, 2024

Main Idea

The main idea of the sermon was that holiness is the essence of God's unique and powerful nature, which is life-giving and sustaining. It's not just about moral purity but being set apart for God's purposes. Through Jesus, we are made holy and become carriers of His life-giving spirit. This transformative power is not just for us but is meant to flow out to bring life and healing to the world, fulfilling the vision of a restored creation where God's presence dwells among us.

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?

It's not that God needs protection from our sin; rather, our sin is endangered by God's holiness.

How can we reconcile the life-giving nature of God's holiness with its potential danger to sinful humans?

Discussion Questions:

In what ways can we, as modern believers, act as carriers of God's holiness in a world that often feels impure?

How does understanding ourselves as the new temple of the Holy Spirit change the way we live our lives?

What are some practical steps we can take to ensure that the life-giving spirit of God flows through us to others?

We are now the new temple of God, where His Holy Spirit dwells, and from within us flows springs of living water.

Summary

In 'Holy: What It Means To Be Set Apart,' Pastor explored the concept of holiness through 1 Peter, emphasizing that holiness is more than moral goodness; it's about being unique and set apart like God. He explained that holiness is both the life-sustaining power of God and a dangerous force for sinful humans. The sermon highlighted the Old Testament understanding of moral and ritual purity, the transformative holiness of Jesus who, unlike others, transferred his holiness to the impure, and the vision of believers as the new temple where the Holy Spirit dwells. Pastor also discussed the future hope of Revelation, where God's presence brings healing and life.

Call to Action

Some next steps to take this week:

Reflect on how you can embody God's holiness in your daily life and interactions with others.

Seek ways to let the life-giving spirit of God flow through you to bring healing and hope to those around you.

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