In this first part of 3 video lessons, Brother Eli Soriano gives some invaluable insights on the importance of holiness as obtained by obeying God’s commandments.
Firstly, it must be stated that holiness is entirely from God. The Bible upholds this in Romans 7:12 stating that God's law and commandments are holy, just and good. By following His laws, we will be able to reflect His righteousness in our lives. An individual cannot become holy if they do not follow the statutes of God.
Brother Eli shows us how living according to the commandments of the Lord brings out beauty in a practical sense. He mentions things such as rape, adultery and family breakdown being “ugly” and evil acts which are capable of causing harm to others. On the other hand, practicing righteousness by being obedient results in strong families – a beautiful place to live. Proverbs 3:33 asserts that God gives beauty to the righteous’ households and ambience.
God Himself is described as just, merciful and intrinsically beautiful in His qualities. We can understand how beautiful He is through what He has made for us like nature and how parents take care of their young ones naturally too. For Brother Eli Soriano; worshiping God in truth requires one’s life incorporating holiness while diligently keeping his commandments through right living. Obedience is needed to pay proper respect to God.
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To effectively apply these important teachings, we must first recognize that holiness only comes from obeying the Creator who is the fountainhead of all righteousness. By practicing holiness through righteous conduct in everyday life, we can reflect back on God’s own attributes as holy persons. Consider some specific ways to submit to God’s laws daily without involving yourselves in unrighteous acts. As we mature and become more submissive to God's word, true holiness will come upon us and we are able to worship Him with pure devotion in our spirit.
In summary, Brother Eli Soriano reminds us that it is crucial for people to follow God’s commandments. This can only be possible through obedience alone; hence one attains holiness and worshiping God by offering nice beautiful services before Him. These are the things that we should think about carefully and strive to live righteously according to the perfect standards of the Lord.
