1 Thessalonians 4:7-8
For God did not call us to impurity but to holiness. Therefore, whoever disregards this, disregards not a human being but God, who also gives his holy Spirit to you.

Sometimes we get hung-up on the word “holiness.” It can bring to mind a very pious, stiff, and strict image. Jesus was not that way! He is quoted as saying that He was criticized for enjoying food and drink. Jesus was the guy who turned the water into wine! He was definitely a joy to be with! So when we think of the word “holiness”…it might be helpful to think instead of “wholeness.” When you are becoming the person God made you to be…you are becoming whole and holy. What are the things you are involved in that really aren’t helping you become the fullness of your unique self? If you take a few moments and sit with this question…the Holy Spirit will help you in the most loving way. God does not want to make you miserable…but joyous and at peace.

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