A Call to Holiness - Wednesday Evening Class
Teachers
Lesson Summary
The class began with a light‑hearted anecdote before the teacher read Malachi 1:6‑14, where God condemned the priests for offering blemished sacrifices and demanded reverence for His name. Richard Sutton explained that holiness means being set apart for a purpose and highlighted how Scripture repeatedly calls believers to reflect God’s holy character. He linked the passage to 1 Peter 1:15’s exhortation to be holy in all behavior, Isaiah 6:3’s declaration of God’s “holy, holy, holy,” and Deuteronomy 6:4’s affirmation of the one true God. The discussion moved to practical implications, noting that holiness isn’t merely a religious duty but an all‑encompassing lifestyle that influences economics, politics, relationships, and recreation. References to Matthew 5:8, Colossians 1:13, and Romans 8:29 illustrated how a pure heart and being conformed to Christ’s image transform daily conduct. The teacher addressed the modern thirst for revival, emphasizing that true renewal comes from a deeper reliance on Jesus rather than larger programs. The class concluded with the conviction that living set‑apart is both a divine calling and a transformational power for every area of a believer’s life.
Key Scriptures
But you are to be holy in all your behavior because he who called you is holy.
Hear, O Israel: The Lord our God is one Lord.