For those whom he foreknew he also predestined to be conformed to the image of his Son... Romans 8:29
 

What is Sanctification?

It’s a big word for the little-by-little progress of the everyday Christian life which results in knowing Jesus and being more and more like Him. God is doing nothing less than changing you from what you were to what He means you to be—making you more and more like Himself.
 

Why does it matter so much to God?

“Justification and sanctification are both ours through faith in Jesus Christ. It is therefore not possible to be justified without being sanctified and then growing in holiness.”  --Sinclair Ferguson

You should be able to relate to the chart above. You know your sanctification isn’t usually a clear, unfettered upward slope, but in five years (or any extended period of time), you should see progress! The Apostle Paul admitted he hadn't arrived. He wrote, "Not that I have already obtained this or am already perfect, but I press on to make it my own, because Christ Jesus has made me his own" (Philippians 3:12). The Apostle Paul wasn't perfect, but he was moving toward Jesus! Are you?

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