In this episode, Jasmin explains the biblical concept of holiness, what the Bible says about spiritual growth and life change after someone is saved, and how God empowers us through the Holy Spirit to live in a way that is pleasing to Him. See below for Bible verses and more study resources based on this conversation.
Episode Outline and Bible Verses
What is holiness?
- 1 Corinthians 1:2
- Colossians 1:21-22
- Colossians 3:12
- Romans 3:21-26
- Romans 6:9
- Philippians 1:6
1. Holiness is the will of God for all Christians.
- 1 Peter 1:13-16
- John 14:15-24
- Titus 2:11-14
- 2 Timothy 1:9
- 1 Thessalonians 3:13
- 1 Thessalonians 5:23-24
2. Holiness both requires our participation and it is empowered by the Holy Spirit.
- Galatians 5:16-25
- Philippians 2:12-13
- Ephesians 4:17-24
- Colossians 3:1-17
- 1 Thessalonians 4:1-8
- Romans 6
- Romans 8:1-16
Recommended Resources
Books on holiness, godly character, and God’s grace.
- Holy Unto the Lord by Luke Lefevre
- Why Do I Do What I Don’t Want to Do? by Jonathan “JP” Pokluda
- Crazy Happy by Daniel Fusco (Read my book review here)
- Hyper-Grace by Dr. Michael L. Brown
LET’S TALK! How did the conversation change or affirm your understanding of what it means for a Christian to live a holy life? Discuss this episode in the comments below!