We serve a High Priest, who is...Audio/Video
2 Corinthians 1:12 (Highlighted text added to all verses)
"For our boast is this, the testimony of our conscience that we have behaved in the world, and still more toward you, with holiness and godly sincerity, not by earthly wisdom but by the grace of God." RSV
We serve a High Priest, who is holy, blameless, unstained, separated from sinners, exalted above the heavens.
Jesus: “Who is”
Believers: “To be”
Hebrews 7:26
"For it was fitting that we should have such a high priest, holy, blameless, unstained, separated from sinners, exalted above the heavens." RSV
1 Peter 1:15
"but as he who called you is holy, be holy yourselves in all your conduct" RSV
Philippians 2:14-16
"Do all things without grumbling or questioning, that you may be blameless and innocent, children of God without blemish in the midst of a crooked and perverse generation, among whom you shine as lights in the world, holding fast the word of life" RSV
Ecclesiastes 9:8
"Let your garments be always white; let not oil be lacking on your head." RSV
2 Corinthians 6:14-18
"Do not be mismated with unbelievers. For what partnership have righteousness and iniquity? Or what fellowship has light with darkness? What accord has Christ with Be'lial? Or what has a believer in common with an unbeliever? What agreement has the temple of God with idols?
For we are the temple of the living God; as God said, "I will live in them and move among them, and I will be their God, and they shall be my people. Therefore come out from them, and be separate from them, says the Lord, and touch nothing unclean; then I will welcome you, and I will be a father to you, and you shall be my sons and daughters, says the Lord Almighty." RSV
Luke 18:14 (Let God exalt us)
"for everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, and he who humbles himself will be exalted." NKJV
Summary:
The verses shared emphasize living a life set apart for God, marked by holiness, sincerity, and integrity. Here are some key themes that connect these passages:
- Holiness and Separation:
- Believers are called to live distinct lives, reflecting the holiness of Christ. Just as Christ is described as "holy, blameless, unstained," we are encouraged to pursue holiness in all aspects of life (Hebrews 7:26, 1 Peter 1:15).
- 2 Corinthians 6:14-18 stresses the need for separation from anything that contradicts God's holiness. As the temple of God, believers are to avoid partnerships with unrighteousness and remain spiritually distinct.
- Living Blamelessly in the World:
- Philippians 2:14-16 challenges believers to exhibit blamelessness and shine as lights in a world that is morally crooked. The emphasis is on maintaining a life of integrity, free from grumbling or questioning.
- Relying on God's Grace, Not Earthly Wisdom:
- 2 Corinthians 1:12 points out that living with godly sincerity is not achieved through human wisdom but by the grace of God. This underlines the necessity of divine empowerment for living a life that pleases God.
- Humility Before God:
- Luke 18:14 illustrates the principle that true exaltation comes from God, not from self-promotion. Humility is a prerequisite for being lifted up by God.
- Symbolism of Purity:
- Ecclesiastes 9:8 uses the imagery of always wearing white garments and not lacking oil on the head to symbolize purity and being prepared for God's service.
These verses together encourage believers to pursue a life that mirrors Christ's holiness, maintaining purity and separation from sinful influences, relying on God's grace, and embracing humility.
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