So what do we do seeing as God has promised us much?

So here are the 3 promises Paul reminds us of if we resist the threat of worldly influence:

God will walk with you. God will receive you. God will be a father and we will be His children.

So what will you do about these amazing promises?

“Therefore, since we have these promises, dear friends, let us purify ourselves from everything that contaminates body and spirit, perfecting holiness out of reverence for God.” (2 Corinthians 7 v 1)

So …

1. We remember these promises. Receive them, ‘have them’, own them and claim them as your own. Let these promises motivate you.
2. Have a greater self-awareness. Not just the outward behaviours but the inward thoughts and even asking the Spirit to reveal your blind spots.
3. Sign up for a lifetime of battling contamination. This isn’t something we just switch on in our lives. This is for life.
4. Make good choices until you perfect your character. Forgive and ask for forgiveness quickly. Love and show grace and mercy. Give and give again.
5. Focus on improving yourself. We can all improve other people. We can all see their faults. But no, we focus on ourselves.