Living in Holiness and Anticipation

Key Points from 2 Peter 3:11-12

• Main Question: What kind of persons ought we to be in holy conduct and godliness?
  • Importance of being over doing.
  • Three aspects to consider:
    1. Holy conduct and godliness.
    2. Looking for the coming of the day of God.
    3. Hastening the coming of the day of God.

Holiness

• Reference: 2 Corinthians 6:17 - 7:1
  • Calling for separation from unbelievers and unclean things.
  • God's promise to be a Father to those who comply with His conditions.
  • **Conditions: **
    • Come out and be separate.
    • Do not touch what is unclean.

Practical Applications

• Mental and Visual Cleanliness:

  • Avoid exposing yourself to unclean material, especially in media (e.g., television, movies).
  • Protect mental health by not entertaining harmful thoughts.

• Personal Decisions:

  • Example: Avoiding movies with inappropriate content.
  • Aim to protect the mind and spirit from defilement.

• Guarding the Heart:

  • Reference: Proverbs 4:23
  • Keep your heart pure as it determines the course of your life.

Filthiness of Flesh and Spirit

• Flesh:
  • Includes actions like sexual immorality, drunkenness, anger, swearing.
• Spirit:
  • Involves contact with the occult (e.g., horoscopes, occult literature).
  • Even intellectual pursuits (e.g., studying certain philosophies) can have spiritual implications.

Actionable Steps for Holiness

• Self-Cleansing:
  • Emphasis on personal responsibility in cleansing oneself from filthiness.
  • It's a combination of God's work and personal effort.

Conclusion

• Anticipation of God's Day:
  • Engage in holy conduct and godliness.
  • Look for and hasten the coming of God's day.