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The [[Holiness Movement]] is a [[Christianity|Christian]] movement that emerged chiefly within 19th-century Methodism.]]
The [[Holiness Movement]] is a [[Christianity|Christian]] movement that emerged chiefly within 19th-century Methodism.]]
'''Sanctification''' is a [[Christianity|Christian]] [[theological]] concept that refers to the process of becoming [[holy]] or [[sacred]], or being set apart for a special [[purpose]] for [[God]]. It is a gift from God that involves becoming more pure, blameless, and separated from [[sin]].
'''Sanctification''' is a [[Christianity|Christian]] [[theological]] concept that refers to the process of becoming [[holy]] or [[sacred]], or being set apart for a special [[purpose]] for [[God]]. It is a gift from God that involves becoming more pure, blameless, and separated from [[sin]].
The [[Holy Spirit]] plays a vital and primary role in the process of sanctification, acting as the agent that actively works within a Christian to transform their character. The Holy Spirit makes Christians more like Jesus Christ by enabling and empowering them to resist sin and live a life that is reflective of God's holiness. The Holy Spirit is a driving force behind spiritual growth and development in a Christian's life.<ref>
*[https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/blogs/kevin-deyoung/the-sanctifying-spirit/#:~:text=We%20see%20here%20the%20Holy,infused%20with%20a%20new%20power. The Sanctifying Spirit], The Gospel Coalition
*[https://blog.truthforlife.org/what-is-the-holy-spirits-role-in-sanctification What Is the Holy Spirit’s Role in Sanctification?]
*[https://learn.ligonier.org/guides/sanctification Sanctification], Ligonier Ministries
*[https://www.moodybible.org/beliefs/holy-spirit/ Person and Work of the Holy Spirit], Moody Bible Institute</ref>
[[Saint Paul]] wrote about the [[fruit of the Spirit]]: "By contrast, the fruit of the Spirit is [[love]], [[joy]], [[peace]], [[patience]], [[kindness]], [[generosity]], [[faithfulness]], [[gentleness]], and [[self-control]]. There is no law against such things." (Galatians 5:22-23 NRSV).
Articles:
*[https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/blogs/kevin-deyoung/the-sanctifying-spirit/#:~:text=We%20see%20here%20the%20Holy,infused%20with%20a%20new%20power. The Sanctifying Spirit], The Gospel Coalition
*[https://blog.truthforlife.org/what-is-the-holy-spirits-role-in-sanctification What Is the Holy Spirit’s Role in Sanctification?]
*[https://learn.ligonier.org/guides/sanctification Sanctification], Ligonier Ministries
*[https://www.moodybible.org/beliefs/holy-spirit/ Person and Work of the Holy Spirit], Moody Bible Institute
== Importance of the doctrine of sanctification ==
== Importance of the doctrine of sanctification ==
The doctrine of sanctification stresses the importance of the ongoing process of being made holy by God. Through this process believer are progressively transformed to live a life more in accordance with God's will, separating themselves from [[sin]] and allowing them to become more like [[Jesus Christ]] throughout their life. This process results in a closer relationship with God and the promise of eternal life in [[heaven]]. It's a key component of Christian growth and living a holy and [[righteousness|righteous]] life.<ref>[https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/essay/the-doctrine-of-sanctification/#:~:text=However%2C%20the%20Bible%20uses%20the,to%20be%20what%20we%20are. The Doctrine of Sanctification], Gospel Coalition website</ref><ref>[https://www.gty.org/library/sermons-library/48-23/the-primary-importance-of-sanctification The Primary Importance of Sanctification], Grace to You Ministries</ref><ref>[https://www.youthpastortheologian.com/blog/teaching-students-about-sanctification#:~:text=It%20is%20tied%20to%20the,for%20each%20and%20every%20believer.Teaching Students About Sanctification]</ref>
The doctrine of sanctification stresses the importance of the ongoing process of being made holy by God. Through this process believer are progressively transformed to live a life more in accordance with God's will, separating themselves from [[sin]] and allowing them to become more like [[Jesus Christ]] throughout their life. This process results in a closer relationship with God and the promise of eternal life in [[heaven]]. It is a key component of Christian growth and living a holy and [[righteousness|righteous]] life.<ref>[https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/essay/the-doctrine-of-sanctification/#:~:text=However%2C%20the%20Bible%20uses%20the,to%20be%20what%20we%20are. The Doctrine of Sanctification], Gospel Coalition website</ref><ref>[https://www.gty.org/library/sermons-library/48-23/the-primary-importance-of-sanctification The Primary Importance of Sanctification], Grace to You Ministries</ref><ref>[https://www.youthpastortheologian.com/blog/teaching-students-about-sanctification#:~:text=It%20is%20tied%20to%20the,for%20each%20and%20every%20believer.Teaching Students About Sanctification]</ref>
=== Articles on the importance of the doctrine of sanctification ===
=== Articles on the importance of the doctrine of sanctification ===
*[https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/essay/the-doctrine-of-sanctification/#:~:text=However%2C%20the%20Bible%20uses%20the,to%20be%20what%20we%20are. The Doctrine of Sanctification], Gospel Coalition website
*[https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/essay/the-doctrine-of-sanctification/#:~:text=However%2C%20the%20Bible%20uses%20the,to%20be%20what%20we%20are. The Doctrine of Sanctification], Gospel Coalition website
*[https://www.gty.org/library/sermons-library/48-23/the-primary-importance-of-sanctification The Primary Importance of SanctificationThe Doctrine of Sanctification], Grace to You Ministries
*[https://www.gty.org/library/sermons-library/48-23/the-primary-importance-of-sanctification The Primary Importance of Sanctification. The Doctrine of Sanctification], Grace to You Ministries
*[https://www.christianstudylibrary.org/article/importance-sanctification The Importance of Sanctification], Christian Library
*[https://www.christianstudylibrary.org/article/importance-sanctification The Importance of Sanctification], Christian Library
*[https://www.cru.org/us/en/train-and-grow/spiritual-growth/sanctification.html What is Sanctification and How Does It Work?], [[Cru]]
*[https://www.cru.org/us/en/train-and-grow/spiritual-growth/sanctification.html What is Sanctification and How Does It Work?], [[Cru]]
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Between 5 to 7 billion Bibles have been published. ]]
Between 5 to 7 billion Bibles have been published. ]]
''See also:'' [[Bible reading and human flourishing]]
Articles:
*[https://www.crossway.org/articles/10-key-bible-verses-on-sanctification/ 10 Key Bible Verses on Sanctification], Crossway
*[https://www.crossway.org/articles/10-key-bible-verses-on-sanctification/ 10 Key Bible Verses on Sanctification], Crossway
*[https://www.biblestudytools.com/topical-verses/bible-verses-about-sanctification/ Bible Verses about Sanctification], BibleStudyTools.com website
*[https://www.biblestudytools.com/topical-verses/bible-verses-about-sanctification/ Bible Verses about Sanctification], BibleStudyTools.com website
*[https://www.dwellcc.org/essays/five-views-sanctification#aug-disp-view Five Views on Sanctification]
*[https://www.dwellcc.org/essays/five-views-sanctification#aug-disp-view Five Views on Sanctification]
*[https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/essay/models-of-sanctification/#:~:text=Summary,Bible%20teaches%20the%20Reformed%20view. Models of Sanctification]
*[https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/essay/models-of-sanctification/#:~:text=Summary,Bible%20teaches%20the%20Reformed%20view. Models of Sanctification], The Gospel Coalition website
== Benefits of sanctification ==
== Benefits of sanctification ==
'''1.''' Access to inheritance: Born-again children of God have an inheritance in Christ, and sanctification secures access to it (Hebrews 12:14; James 2:14-26; Matthew 25:31-40; 1 Timothy 18-20).
'''1.''' Access to inheritance: Born-again children of God have an inheritance in Christ, and sanctification secures access to it (Hebrews 12:14; James 2:14-26; Matthew 25:31-40; 1 Timothy 18-20).
'''2.''' Improved [[prayer]] answers: Confessing shortcomings before God can help answers to prayers from being hindered (1 Peter 3: 7).
'''2.''' Improved [[prayer]] answers: Avoiding and repenting of sin can help answers to prayers from being hindered (1 Peter 3: 7).
'''3.''' Character improvement and avoiding sin (1 Thessalonians 4:3-8). One of the fruits of the Holy Spirit is [[self-control]] (Galatians 5:22-23). See also: [[Virtue]]
'''3.''' Character improvement and avoiding sin (1 Thessalonians 4:3-8). One of the fruits of the Holy Spirit is [[self-control]] (Galatians 5:22-23). See also: [[Virtue]]
*[https://reflectingtheimage.blogspot.com/2013/12/the-advantage-of-sanctification.html Advantage of sanctification]
*[https://reflectingtheimage.blogspot.com/2013/12/the-advantage-of-sanctification.html Advantage of sanctification]
== Catholicism and sanctification ==
In Catholicism, sanctification refers to the ongoing process of becoming holy, initiated at baptism through the infusion of sanctifying grace, and is a lifelong journey of growing closer to God and becoming more like Christ by actively cooperating with the grace received through sacraments, prayer, and good works. It involves the process of developing a stronger and deeper relationship with God and living a more [[Virtue|virtuous]] life through the Holy Spirit's guidance and power.
The partaking in the [[sacrament]]s (e.g. Confession, Eucharist, etc.) lead to infused grace in the Christian, contributing to sanctification.
Articles:
*[https://reasonablecatholicism.com/resources/Justification/The%20Catholic%20Understanding%20of%20Justification.pdf The Catholic Understanding of Justification, Sanctification, and Grace Compared with Protestant Understanding] by Msgr. Lawrence Moran & Ronald J. Eldred
*[https://www.catholic365.com/article/8301/sanctification-is-a-process.html Sanctification Is A Process], Catholic365.com
== Pietism and sanctification ==
[[File:Fünfbrüderbild.jpg|thumbnail|right|300px|The "Five Brothers of Württemberg Pietism" are: Johannes Schnaitmann (1767–1847), Anton Egeler (1770–1850), Johann Martin Schäffer (1763–1851), Immanuel Gottlieb Kolb (1784–1859) and Johann Michael Hahn (1758–1819)]]
''See also:'' [[Pietism]]
[[Pietism]] has roots in late 17th century [[Lutheranism]] following the [[Protestant Reformation]]. Pietism is a Lutheran reform movement that emphasizes sanctification (living a holy life),as a result of conversion and spiritual rebirth. Pietists believed that the [[Holy Spirit]] transforms people through conversion and that this transformation leads to sanctification. The ongoing [[theology|theological]] disputes that were dividing [[Christianity]] into competing factions prompted some Christians to emphasize the need for a heart-felt, less intellectually oriented (less "[[Scholasticism|scholastic]]") [[faith]]. In this atmosphere, Pietism was born. In The Oxford Companion to Christian Thought, Trond Enger offers a very favorable view of Pietism and describes it as "the most intense and profound attempt in the history of the church to realize the power of early Christianity."<ref>[https://divinity.uchicago.edu/sightings/articles/lessons-pietism-dr-lowell-zuck#:~:text=share%20email%20share-,Pietism%20is%20usually%20understood%20as%20a%20reform%20movement%20within%20German,in%20an%20oddly%20similar%20position. The Lessons of Pietism -- Dr. Lowell Zuck], The University of Chicago Divinity School]</ref>
=== Emphasis of pietists ===
The Pietists emphasize:
*The importance of [[righteousness|right living]], characterized by more than just thinking the right things about God by living in ways that [[Corporal and spiritual works of mercy|demonstrate]] one's commitment to God.
*A truly reformed church, characterized by small group [[Bible study|Bible studies]] and increased lay participation in various aspects of [[Corporal and spiritual works of mercy|ministry]]
*Individual [[devotion]]al lives revolving around Bible study and prayer
*The importance of a "heart-felt" faith, sometimes called the "new birth."
== Holiness Movement ==
== Holiness Movement ==
''See also:'' [[Holiness Movement]]
''See also:'' [[Holiness Movement]]
The [[Holiness Movement]] among [[United Methodist Church|American Methodists]] in the 1830s-1880s was part of the [[Third Great Awakening]]. The goal of the Holiness Movement was to move beyond the one-time conversion experience that the revivals produced, and reach entire sanctification. A related movement, [[Pentecostalism]] went one step further, seeking what they called a "baptism in the spirit" or "baptism of the the [[Holy Spirit]]" that enabled those with this special gift to heal the sick, perform miracles, prophesy, and speak in tongues.<ref>Harrell (1975)</ref>
The [[Holiness Movement]] among [[United Methodist Church|American Methodists]] in the 1830s-1880s was part of the [[Third Great Awakening]]. The goal of the Holiness Movement was to move beyond the one-time conversion experience that the revivals produced, and reach entire sanctification. The Methodists saw entire sanctification as the "baptism of the Holy Spirit".
== Pentecostalism ==
A related movement, [[Pentecostalism]] associated speaking in tongues with the "baptism in the spirit" or "baptism of the the [[Holy Spirit]]". Those who had this experience would be able to also heal the sick, perform miracles, and prophesy.<ref>Harrell (1975)</ref>
== See also ==
== See also ==
*[[Pietism]]
*[[Righteousness]]
*[[Righteousness]]
*[[Bible reading and human flourishing]]
== External links ==
== External links ==