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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 ==
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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
*[[Pietism]]
*[[Pietism]]
*[[Righteousness]]
*[[Righteousness]]
*[[Bible reading and human flourishing]]
== External links ==
== External links ==