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EVERYTHING WE NEED: A Command to be Holy
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“I am the Lord your God; consecrate yourselves and be holy, because I am holy” (Leviticus 11:44 NIV1984). God told Moses to speak those words directly to the Israelites. More than just the Ten Commandments, they were given instructions that would affect every aspect of their lives. They were told to be holy, just like God. It was not a suggestion; it was a command.
Peter gave us the same words — “As he who called you is holy, so be holy in all you do; for it is written: ...
EVERYTHING WE NEED: Modern Day Idolatry (Part 2)
In the last article (see Oct. 23 issue), I wrote about how idolatry became the downfall of God’s chosen people. The Lord was adamant when He said, “I am the Lord; that is my name! I will not give my glory to another or my praise to idols” (Isa. 42:8 NIV1984). Idolatry is an offense to God.
Despite Israel’s rebellion, the Lord offered forgiveness. “Seek the Lord while he may be...