Holiness and Righteousness
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The Character of God
By Shane Idleman1455:43PSA 51:1ISA 6:3JHN 3:16ROM 12:21CO 10:132CO 5:10EPH 4:22PHP 1:6HEB 13:51PE 1:15Shane Idleman discusses the character of God, emphasizing the importance of understanding who God is beyond just His attributes. He explains that God's character is defined by justice, holiness, righteousness, faithfulness, love, and mercy, and that these qualities are essential for a vibrant faith. Idleman warns against the dangers of a church that lacks sound doctrine or the power of the Holy Spirit, urging believers to seek a deeper relationship with God. He highlights the necessity of repentance and obedience in the Christian life, encouraging the congregation to align their lives with God's will. Ultimately, he calls for a passionate pursuit of God, reminding listeners that true love and mercy come from understanding God's character.
Luke 1:74
By Chuck Smith0LUK 1:74Chuck Smith emphasizes the significance of serving God as demonstrated by Zacharias, who, after receiving the promise of a child, prophesied about Jesus and the salvation He brings. He highlights that God has visited His people to redeem them from sin and that true service to God is rooted in holiness and righteousness. Smith explains that every person serves a master, and we are called to serve God without fear, embodying holiness in our character and righteousness in our actions. He stresses that holiness must precede righteousness, as it is the foundation for right conduct. Ultimately, Jesus came to enable us to serve God in this way, encouraging believers not to be discouraged by failures but to allow God to work within them.
The Zeal of Phineas - Numbers 25
By Phil Beach Jr.2600:00REV 2:12Phil Beach Jr. emphasizes the importance of having true zeal for God, contrasting it with false zeal that lacks knowledge. He draws from the story of Phinehas in Numbers 25, who acted with righteous zeal to stop a plague among the Israelites caused by their sin. Beach encourages believers to seek a holy zeal that aligns with God's honor, urging them to confront and eliminate sin in their lives. He highlights the need for the church to be vigilant against teachings that corrupt and weaken their faith, advocating for a return to true holiness and commitment to God. Ultimately, he calls for a personal response to God's Word, inviting the Holy Spirit to ignite a passion for righteousness within each believer.