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Bible Note: 1 Thessalonians was writen by Paul the Apostle around A.D.50 it speaks to a culture filled with seductive images and sexual pressures.it brings eternal perspective to discussions of material things. it questions the secular values that undermine God's ways. How are Christians sanctified? 1 Thess 4:3-12.to be sanctified means to be holy or to have the quality of holiness. it means to become more like Jesus, dedicated and set apart for God's purposes. some believe sanctification occurs miraculously and instantaneouly. others see it as a process that continues over a lifetime still a miracle of God. many continue these views to say that believers are sanctified in Christ and continue to be sanctified as they grow in him.Paul lists three areas of life where sanctification can occur. (1) in a relationship with a spouse.sexual purity cannot be compromised; sexual intimacy is for marriage alone. (2) in relationships between Christians trust and love should energize relationships in the church; believers can't live double lives and serve God effectively(vv6,9). (3) in relationships with all others.decent, orderly living according to God's principles should win the respect of those outside the church(vv 11-12)with God's help we can choose to obey, him, living in line with his will 1Thess 5:23,24. May God himself the God of peace sanctify you through and through. May your whole spirit, soul and body be kept blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ. The one who calls you is faithful and he will do it.pray this helps you. |
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