What are your thoughts on this? Living a Holy Life Equipped with meaningful benchmarks to progressively overcome sin(Colossians 3, Ephesians 4, Galatians 5) 1. The Illusion of Perfection - Scripture tension: - Living holy often feels cyclical: we strive, fail, and feel stuck in mediocrity. - Truth: Our salvation does not depend on perfection, but on the blood of Jesus (Romans 7:24–25). 2. Motivation for Holiness - Holiness is not punishment or obligation, but an inspired response to God’s love. - “Be holy, for I am holy” (1 Peter 1:15–16) → an invitation, not condemnation. - Why live holy? 3. Recognizing Holiness in Real Life - Love for one another (John 13:35). - Evident conduct and behavior (1 Peter 2:12). - Fruit of our lives (Matthew 7:16). - Living without grumbling or arguing (Philippians 2:14–15). 4. Practical Benchmarks for Growth - Where is my time, energy, and focus spent? (Proverbs 4:23). - Holiness comes through Jesus (1 Peter 4:1–4). - Growth requires: - Robber of change: comfort. 👉 Key Takeaway:Living a holy life isn’t about achieving perfection but responding to God’s love. Our holiness flows from Christ, is motivated by gratitude, and is evident in how we love and live. Growth happens through discipline, compassion, and accountability, not obligation.