The Gospel of Luke
Sanctification
April 10, 2016 • Roger Tirabassi
Positional 1 Cor. 1:30 Progressive Hebrews 10:14 Perfected 1 John 3:2-3 Six Benefits of Progressive Sanctification 1. We will have a deeper sense of God's Presence. (Psalm 15:1-5 NLT) 2. We will be Blessed in new ways. (Luke 18:28-30 NIV) 3. We will avoid the consequences of our sins. (Galatians 6:7-8 NIV) 4. We will be more fruitful both inwardly and outwardly (Luke 13:6-9 NIV) 5. We will Glorify God. (Matthew 5:16 NIV, 2 Chronicles 7:14 NIV 6. We will experience great Joy. (John 15:11 NIV) Progressive Sanctification: "A developmental process of growing in maturity, being set apart and made holy by following Jesus in the power of The Holy Spirit." The Six ways of Sanctification: 1. Practice His presence 2. Read and study your Bible daily 3. Be devoted to prayer 4. Actively fight your temptations 5. Keep regular church attendance 6. Stay in close fellowship with other believers