1Cor 6:19a (KJV)
19) What? know ye not that your body is the temple of the Holy Ghost [which is] in you,…
In the near context, Paul is writing to member(s) of the church at Corinth that were misusing their physical bodies in sinful ways. To help to motivate them to use their bodies properly, he reminds them that Christians have the Holy Spirit of God indwelling them.
Let’s take a moment to notice two principles concerning the Christian’s physical body that are taught to us by the Apostle Paul…
1. First of all, our body is described as “the TEMPLE of the Holy Ghost”. Although it is true that the HG actually indwells our body, Paul says our body is “the temple of” (not “the home of” or “the dwelling place of”) the Spirit. Why is this? The difference between a temple and being a home or dwelling, is that a temple is a building dedicated to the worship, service and glory of God.
When Paul describes the Christian’s body as a temple He is saying that our bodies should be dedicated to the Lord’s glory, worship and service. Phil 1:20 (KJV)..
20) According to my earnest expectation and [my] hope, that in nothing I shall be ashamed, but [that] with all boldness, as always, [so] now also Christ shall be magnified in my body, whether [it be] by life, or by death. ( See also Romans 6:16-19, 12:1)
2. Secondly, Paul tells us that the Holy Ghost is “in you”. At our salvation, the Lord gives to us His indwelling Holy Spirit for several reasons. Here are some of the main reasons: To give us an understanding of the Word and of His eternal promises (1 Cor 2:10); To comfort us through His Word (1 John 14:26); To enable us to minister for Him (1 Peter 1:10-12); To give us proof of our salvation (1 John 3:23-24); To aid in our prayers (Rom 8:26-27); to name just a few.
In a real sense, the Spirit is given to accompany us in Christ’s absence: John 16:7 (KJV)…
Nevertheless I tell you the truth; It is expedient for you that I go away: for if I go not away, the Comforter will not come unto you; but if I depart, I will send him unto you.
As we go about our business today, let’s keep in mind, we have God Himself, in the person of the Holy Ghost within us. We can rest assured no matter what our day may hold for us our Lord is with us and actively intervening in every aspect of our lives. Knowing He is within us, let us strive to use our physical bodies to worship, honor and glorify Him in every aspect of our walk on earth.
May the Lord bless us as we “Think On These Things”.
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Thank you, Rob, for all of your inormative posts. I am sure you put a lot of time into these, and God is going to really bless you for that. You are a very loving, caring, and blessed soul!
Lyn, thank you for the kind but undeserved words. Believe me it is very easy to share God’s Word when it is something that the Lrod has given me a strong desire to do. Also, over the years, it has become very fulfilling knowing that I am in the Lord’s will and I can see how the Lord uses His Word to change people’s lives.
And about the time thing. Basically, to study a TOTT and post it takes about 1 or 1 1/2 hours. To do a HALTAL only about 10-15 minutes. So really the daily stuff doesnt take alot of my time. The only stuff that takes alot of time is the STSTA with the videos. They take one full day to study, video, and post both. Also many times I will take one day and study the daily stuff for a week and input it to post at a later date. That way I can take days away from the house and not miss any postings for the day.
None of that is any big deal because the Lrod graciously allows me to get the other stuff done that I need to do. It is all about His grace and the privilege to serve Him. Lord bless you Lyn. Thank you for all the time and effort you put into your blog as well. I know you are experiencing what I have been talking about.
A good word Rob! Thanks! I am focusing on the indwelling today!
Lord bless you brother. Thank you for the encouraging words. The Lord is good!
Incomprehensible that God Himself lives in me! And yet I know the REALITY of that fact. May I always bear this in mind and may I always reflect His life in all my actions and attitudes.
Thanks again Rob
Angela,
AMEN! If we really stop and think about hte Lord indwelling us before we make our life decisions, it will revolutionize our daily walk. Lord bless.
There is such a comfort and encouragement in this, Pastor Rob! Thank you and God bless you!
Deb,
Knowledge of the HS presence in our life is such a blessing to us all. I never have to fear thinking I am alone, or that the Lord doesn’t understand or see what I am going through. With Christ, I am never alone in life. What a blessing and joy that is! Lord bless you.