Importance of Holiness “Follow peace with all men, and holiness, without which no man shall see the Lord” (Hebrews 12:14). Essentiality Command (I Peter 1:15-16)

THE LIFE OF HOLINESS By David K. Bernard

Three Reasons for Holiness 1. For God (I Corinthians 6:19-20) 2. For Others (Matthew 5:16) 3. For Ourselves (Hebrews 12:14)

Threefold Basis for Holiness 1. Faith (Ephesians 2:8-10) 2. Love (John 14:15) 3. Holy Spirit (Romans 8:3-4) Our Responsibility (Hebrews 12:1, 14)

Three Holiness Teachers 1. Bible: Explicitly and Implicitly 2. Pastors and Teachers 3. Holy Spirit within Us

Definition of Holiness God: Absolute Perfection and Purity Us: Conforming to the Character and Will of God; Becoming Christ-Like Separation and Dedication

Separation “Wherefore come out from among them, and be ye separate, saith the Lord, and touch not the unclean thing; and I will receive you, and will be a Father unto you, and ye shall be my sons and daughters, saith the Lord Almighty” (II Corinthians 6:17-18). Necessity and Benefits of Separation

Separation (continued) “Having therefore these promises, dearly beloved, let us cleanse ourselves from all filthiness of the flesh and spirit, perfecting holiness in the fear of God” (II Corinthians 7:1). Inward and Outward Cleansing Continual Growth Process Nonjudgmental Attitude toward Others

Dedication “I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service” (Romans 12:1). Sacrificial Living Reasonable, Logical Way to Live

Dedication (continued) “And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God” (Romans 12:2). Not Conforming to World (I Jn 2:15-17) Following Heavenly Values Continual Transformation and Renewal

Holiness of Spirit and Flesh Most Important Area of Holiness Is Our Spirit (Hebrews 12:14-15) Attitude & Thought (Ephesians 4:31-32) Fruit of the Spirit (Galatians 5:22-23) The Body (I Corinthians 6:19-20) The Tongue (James 1:26) The Eye (Psalm 101:2-3)

Holiness of Appearance “I will therefore that men pray every where, lifting up holy hands, without wrath and doubting. In like manner also, that women adorn themselves in modest apparel, with shamefacedness and sobriety; not with broided hair, or gold, or pearls, or costly array; but (which becometh women professing godliness) with good works” (I Tim. 2:8-10).

Principles for Dress 1. Modesty 2. Avoiding Personal Ornaments (ornamental jewelry and makeup; example: Jeremiah 4:30) 3. Moderation in Cost 4. Distinction between Male and Female

Distinction in Clothing “The woman shall not wear that which pertaineth unto a man, neither shall a man put on a woman's garment: for all that do so are abomination unto the LORD thy God” (Deuteronomy 22:5). Moral Law (not merely ceremonial) Applies to Men and Women Alike

Distinction in Hair “Doth not even nature itself teach you, that, if a man have long hair, it is a shame unto him? But if a woman have long hair, it is a glory to her: for her hair is given her for a covering” (I Corinthians 11:14-15). Teaching of Nature; Natural Covering Choosing to Please God

Desire and Power “Work out your own salvation with fear and trembling. For it is God which worketh in you both to will and to do of his good pleasure” (Philippians 2:12-13) “To will”: God gives the desire “To do”: God gives the power Holiness is a possibility and a privilege!