Why We Must Be Holy - PROVE YOURSELVES HOLY BY BEING OBEDIENT

 When Israel's priesthood was installed, a ram's blood was applied to the right ear, thumb, and big toe of High Priest Aaron and his sons.  (Read Leviticus 8:22-24.)  This use of blood signified that the priests would obediently do their best to carry out their duties.  Similarly, High Priest Jesus set a perfect example for anointed ones and the other sheep. His ear was attuned to God's guidance.  Jesus' hands were used in carrying our Jehovah's will, and his feet never strayed from a holy course.

Anointed Christians and Jesus' other sheep must follow the integrity-keeping course of their High Priest.  All worshippers of Jehovah must obediently comply  with the directives found in God's Word and thereby avoid grieving his spirit.  (Ephesians 4:30)  They must 'make straight paths for their feet.' - HEBREWS 12:13. 

Consider the heartfelt expressions of three brothers who have the earthly hope and who for decades have worked closely  with members of the Governing Body.  One commented:  "While this has indeed been a unique privilege of service, the close association had from time to time revealed that, although  spirit anointed, these brothers are imperfect.  Yet, one of my goals over the years has been to be obedient to these taking the lead."  The second brother stated: "Such scriptures as 2 Corinthians 10:5, about  'obedience to Christ,' have helped me to be obedient and cooperate with those taking the lead.  This is obedience from the heart."  The third brother said:  "Loving what Jehovah loves and hating what he hates, as well  as constantly seeking his guidance and doing what pleases him, means obedience to his organization and to those he is using  to advance his purpose for the earth."  This brother had learned that Nathan Knorr, who became a member of the Governing Body, readily accepted points  in the 1925 Watch Tower article "Birth of the Nation," even though some others questioned them.  Such obedience deeply impressed  the brother.  Pondering over the words of the three men just quoted  can help you prove yourself holy by being obedient.

Next time: Why We Must Be Holy - HOLY OBEDIENCE TO GOD'S LAW ON BLOOD

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