Pursuit of Holiness

Yesterday at college (London School of Theology, for those who don't know), we had a time of prayer and worship. Resulting from that, a friend shared something that both inspired me, excited me, and reaffirmed to me that God works in all situations, despite what the outer appearance may be.

My friend said that they were recently really excited by the pursuit of holiness, that it is something that can easily be forgotten - but is something that we are called to do as disciples of Jesus Christ. We need to just go for it!

Personally I feel a challenging excitement. My aim is to be living my life for the glory of God, in everything I do. I have no idea how to do this, and it is only by the grace of God that I stand any real chance of making it to the end.

So I want to echo my friends call...let's just do it! Let's just pursue holiness in everything we do, let's strive with the grace of God to live totally for Him.

Josh Harris has this to say:

"Today I came across a quote I'd written in my journal. In his book Holiness, J.C. Ryle quotes puritan William Gurnall:

"Say not that thou hast royal blood in thy veins and art born of God unless thou canst prove thy pedigree by daring to be holy."

The grace that justifies us also sanctifies us. If we are in Christ, if we are sons and daughters of the King, then we will dare to be holy. Our obedience cannot make us righteous before God; but those declared righteous by grace alone through faith alone will dedicate themselves to the pursuit of holiness."

I agree wholeheartedly. If you want some excellent books on Holiness, go here:

Holiness, J.C. Ryle

Or here, Pursuit of Holiness, Jerry Bridges

Those who know me know I'm not the most excitable person...
But this morning, I'm excited.