3 But among you there must
not be even a hint of sexual immorality, or of any kind of impurity, or
of greed, because these are improper for God’s holy people. 4 Nor should there be obscenity, foolish talk or coarse joking, which are out of place, but rather thanksgiving. 5
For of this you can be sure: No immoral, impure or greedy person—such a
person is an idolater—has any inheritance in the kingdom of Christ and
of God. 6 Let no one deceive you with empty words, for because of such things God’s wrath comes on those who are disobedient. 7 Therefore do not be partners with them.
If there was a reason to not be immoral, impure, or greedy...this is it:
5For of this you can be sure: No immoral, impure or greedy person—such a
person is an idolater—has any inheritance in the kingdom of Christ and
of God.
It is reason alone to desire Christ in my view, to have eternal life in Heaven with Him. Equally, freedom from sin provides powerful incentive to desire Christ. As well, a powerful, loving, personal, and active God, in the form of the Holy Spirit with us provides even more incentive for desire.
At the same time, there is DIS-incentive to blow any chance of having all of this, right? That said, I want to rid myself of immorality of all forms - including those referenced here of "obscenity, foolish talk or coarse joking" - and impurity and greed.
My Prayer: The promises of eternal life, freedom from sin and a powerful, loving, and personal God in the form of the Holy Spirit are awesome gifts Lord and I am not deserving because I know I exhibit immorality, impurity, and greed. Please forgive me of these sins Lord Jesus and rid me of these sins...please refine and purify me. Invade my heart and transform my life to be more like You Jesus.
