A Vessel of Holiness

“Or do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit who is in you, whom you have from God, and that you are not your own?” I Corinthians 6:19

Often we reduce the effectiveness of the Holy Spirit’s power in our lives by compromising our lifestyle. We overlook the fact that we are temples of God’s Spirit; and just priests were instructed in the Old Testament, God calls us to keep His temples pure.

Temple lamps were to be filled with premium olive oil. Anything cheaper would give off a dark carbon smoke and stain the sanctuary walls. The brass and gold furniture in the Holy of Holies were to be shined to perfection.

However, by the time of Christ, the temple was in disarray. The oil used to light temple lamps was not in compliance with God’s standards nor was the upkeep on the temple building. The porticoes were littered with peddlers, while money changers and merchants filled the royal court area. What a heart breaking sight for Jesus to see.

God’s temple had become a hub of complacency and greed. Paul tells us now that we are the temples of the Holy Spirit. We must flee from anything that hints at immorality.

I Corinthians 6:18-19 - Never jeopardize God’s presence and power by filling His temple with things of impurity. Instead, ask Him to make you a vessel of holiness - one that radiates His forgiveness and grace to others.