2026 Week 40: Filipino Value Focus: GODLINESS / HOLINESS

We are all created in the image and likeness of God. "Likeness" pertains to God's divine nature deposited in us, one aspect of which is holiness. The word "holy" means "sacred," "set apart from the profane or unclean," and "set apart for God." It means that we are to cut ourselves off from, or be separated from, the irrelevant things or principles of this world. It also means living a pure life, dedicated to and consecrated to God. 

We were admonished not to love the things of this world—the lust of the eyes, the lust of the flesh, and the pride of life. However, it is not enough that we have set ourselves apart from the wicked things of this world; we must also set ourselves apart for God, dedicated and fit for the Master's use as vessels of righteousness. These points are emphasized because morality may exist without holiness. Take, for instance, the story of Moses' nephews, the sons of Aaron, his brother. They were already consecrated, set apart from the rest of the people, to serve God. However, they offered an unauthorized fire to God—a fire offering that God had not commanded. So they were consumed, and in the end God spoke:

'By those who come near Me, I must be regarded as holy; 
And before all the people, I must be glorified.' 

A person may adhere to moral principles according to their own standards or according to what they feel is right. Still, God requires His own standard, which is higher than ours. His standard requires us not to conform to the world's pattern. We may be generous out of pious intentions or even compassion. Still, if we live our lives not totally consecrated or dedicated to God, "we are all like an unclean thing, and all our righteousness is like filthy rags; we all fade as a leaf, and our iniquities, like the wind, will take us away." 73 The cleanest basin in the sanctuary was not holy because it was clean; it became holy when, in addition to being cleansed, it was also sanctified to the Lord. This is more than morality and virtue. We must be consecrated before God.

However, holiness (being set apart and consecrated) must never be mistaken for isolating ourselves from others. We are not to avoid people with austere fanaticism because of self-righteousness. Consecration is not the same as isolation. We are to demonstrate to our colleagues, family, and community members a lifestyle that makes a difference. We may be with them, but we are not one with them if they practice unsound principles.

ACTION PLAN

1. Ask God to renew our mindset and thoughts so that His mind will be formed in us.
2. What do you think are the ways to develop godliness? List some ways and try to apply them until they become part of your lifestyle.
3. Make a conscious effort in all we do, whether we eat or drink, or perform our tasks at home or at work, to always have the mindset that we are doing them all for God and for His glory.

DECLARATION

We are men and women consecrated before God. We are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, and a holy nation. We are His special people, set apart to proclaim the praises of Him who called us out of darkness into His marvelous light. We pursue holiness because we believe we will see the Lord manifest in our nation, workplace, and family. The Holy God reigns forever, and the whole nation is filled with His holiness.​

​PRAYER

We worship You, O God, in the beauty of Your holiness. We are set apart for You. We will serve You in holiness and righteousness all the days of our lives. We thank You, for You have opened a Highway of Holiness for our nation and us. The unclean shall not pass over it, but it shall be for others to tread upon. Whoever walks this road shall not go astray. Amen.​

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