Friday, February 27, 2026

Holy Is The Lord Almighty

 Scripture: Colossians 1:22 (ESV) – “he has now reconciled in his body of flesh by his death, in order to present you holy and blameless and above reproach before him,”

Message: This Lenten season I wanted to meditate on the holiness of God.  While studying the Word, I’m reminded that a personal relationship with a Holy God is only possible through the resurrection power that raised Jesus from the dead.  That power is the only thing capable of granting the forgiveness required to bridge the gap between our sinful nature and a righteous God.  Thanks to the forgiveness that we receive, we can experience God’s holiness “here and now”.

Colossians 1:22 explains that Christ’s death was intended to “present you holy and blameless” in His sight.  It is not due to our own actions that we are made holy and blameless, but we are presented as holy and blameless only through Christ’s mediation.  That is what enables us to stand in front of God without condemnation.

As we prepare for Easter we can show that Christ lives in us by living “set apart”.  A few examples include practicing gratitude and joy, looking for opportunities to help others, and making choices that honor God even when no one is watching.  We should strive to confess our sins, seek God’s help and remain humble knowing that it is not in our own power, but in Christ’s power that we are set free.  I hope we are continually renewed by Christ’s presence in our lives, and are stirred to share our faith with others, so that they too may stand “holy and blameless” before the Father.

Prayer: Lord, You are so worthy of our praise and devotion.  Open our hearts and minds to be in awe of Your holiness as we prepare for and celebrate Your resurrection this Easter.  Enable us to live “set apart” so we can point others to You and let it be done all for Your glory.  In Jesus’ name we pray.  Amen.

 Danielle Martin

Northside Presbyterian Church, Melbourne, Florida