One of the last things Jesus prayed was, "Sanctify them in the truth; Thy word is truth." Why did Jesus pray that for His disciples--then and now? Because He sends them out into the world in His place to do His work in His likeness.
Nothing can set a man or woman apart--consecrate them for service other than an immersion in God's Word. It is the sword of the Spirit. It is the cleansing, pruning work that allows a believer to abide in Christ the True Vine. It is the source of the power that allows someone to live a life full of the Spirit. It is the light to our feet. It is the treasure in our hearts that keeps us from sinning.
No one can be transformed into His image who is not saturated with Scripture--mind and heart. May we join our Savior in praying that His people will be sanctified with the Word of Truth.
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