For what we preach is not
ourselves, but Jesus Christ
as Lord, and ourselves as
your servants for Jesus’ sake.
2 Corinthians 4:5
The God Who Calls Spiritual Leaders to a Higher Standard of Holiness
All God’s people are called to live holy lives. Yet Scripture shows that those who serve in spiritual leadership carry an even greater responsibility—they are to model holiness in every part of life. As we walk through this section of the text, we’ll discover four important truths that highlight why holiness matters so deeply for those who lead God’s people, even today:
Truth # 1: Spiritual leaders must uphold holiness even in seasons of great grief (21:1–6, 10–12)
Truth # 2: Spiritual leaders must guard the purity and sanctity of marriage (21:7–9, 13–15)
Truth # 3: Spiritual leaders must display wholeness consistent with their holy calling (21:16–24)
Truth # 4: Spiritual leaders must serve the Lord with holy reverence (22:1–16)
Topics:
Christian Living, Deacons, Elders, Holiness, Leadership