Sanctify

“Sanctify them in the truth; your word is truth.” John 17:17

The above verse comes from Jesus’s prayer just before His crucifixion. It expresses His desire for His people. He wants us to grow in moral purity and holiness (sanctification). So He asks the Father to sanctify us through His Word.

You can’t wash something in dirty water and expect it to be cleaned. In the same way, we can’t expect to grow in moral purity by immersing ourselves in worldly pursuits and opinions. Immersing our hearts and minds in God’s Word, the truth, strengthens our hearts, souls, and minds. God’s Word will enhance our resolve to walk in righteousness and forsake sin.

Psalm 119:9 says, “How can a young man keep his way pure? By guarding it according to your word.” Read and study God’s Word and grow in moral excellence.