The Temple of the living God
2 Corinthians 6:16 And what agreement hath the temple of God with idols? for ye are the temple of the living God; as God hath said, I will dwell in them, and walk in them; and I will be their God, and they shall be my people. 6:17 Wherefore come out from among them, and be ye separate, saith the Lord, and touch not the unclean thing; and I will receive you,
As believers, we are not mere mortals navigating life independently. Instead, we are designated as the dwelling place of the living God. Picture this: the Creator of the universe choosing to reside within the very fabric of our being. What a great privilege!
As temples of the living God, we bear the responsibility to maintain the sanctity of this divine dwelling. Our thoughts, actions, and choices become the offerings we present before the Almighty.
Just as the Israelites revered the physical temple in Jerusalem, so too should we honour our bodies and spirits as holy ground.
In verse 17, Paul urges us to separate ourselves from worldly influences. This isn't a call to isolation but a summons to live differently, to be set apart for God's purpose.
The world may entice us with its fleeting pleasures, but we are called to a higher standard. Our separation is not rooted in judgment but in the divine love that has chosen us as His own.
God's promise to live among us and be our God is a covenant of unparalleled intimacy. He walks with us through every joy and sorrow, guiding us in the path of righteousness. As temples, let us cultivate a sacred awareness of His presence, inviting Him into every corner of our lives.
Therefore, let us embrace the profound truth that we are the temple of the living God. May our lives reflect the holiness of His dwelling, and may we walk in the light of His love, separated from the enticement of the world. In doing so, we fulfill our divine purpose and experience the richness of God's abiding presence.
God bless you.
Prayer key:
1. Lord, thank you for the blessing of your word today in Jesus Christ name.
2. Lord, give me the grace to live a life that reflect your holiness in Jesus Christ name
3. Lord, help me to fulfil my divine purpose in this world according to your will in Jesus Christ name.
4. Thank you Lord for answered prayers in Jesus Christ name. Amen.