The biblical topic of "Hindrances to Holiness" refers to the various obstacles that can impede a Christian's pursuit of a holy and righteous life, as called for in Scripture (Leviticus 20:26, 1 Peter 1:15-16). According to the Bible, hindrances to holiness can include worldly desires and sinful tendencies, which can lead believers astray and separate them from God's presence (Romans 8:7-8, Galatians 5:17). The apostle Paul, in particular, warns Christians about the dangers of allowing sin to dominate their lives, urging them instead to "put on the Lord Jesus Christ" and make no provision for the flesh (Romans 13:14). By recognizing and overcoming these hindrances through faith, repentance, and obedience to God's Word, believers can strive towards the holiness and sanctification that God desires for them (1 Thessalonians 4:3, 1 John 3:3).
Samuel Logan Brengle emphasizes that God offers a perfect salvation that empowers believers to overcome worldly challenges and live in accordance with His will. He identifies several hindrances to receiving this salvation, including ignorance of its existence, unbelief in God's promises, and the pur
Phil Beach Jr. emphasizes the profound humility and lowliness of Jesus as depicted in Isaiah 53, illustrating how the Savior's appearance and life do not appeal to the proud or self-sufficient. He warns against the tendency to dress Jesus up to make Him more appealing to the masses, stressing that t
David Wilkerson emphasizes the tender and loving nature of Jesus as depicted in Isaiah's prophecy, highlighting that Christ came not with loud proclamations but with a quiet spirit of compassion. He illustrates how Jesus, despite facing opposition from the Pharisees, chose to withdraw rather than re
A.W. Pink expounds on Romans 7, illustrating the believer's complex relationship with the Law and the ongoing struggle between the two natures within. He emphasizes that while believers are freed from the Law's penalty, they remain morally bound to obey it, leading to a conflict that is a normal par
John Gill explores 1 Peter 3:19, discussing the various interpretations of Christ's preaching to the spirits in prison. He argues against the notion that Christ's human soul descended to hell or a place called 'Limbus Patrum' to save the Old Testament saints, emphasizing that the text refers to Chri