Because we have these promises, dear friends, let us cleanse ourselves from everything that can defile our body or spirit. And let us work toward complete holiness because we fear God.
--- 2 Corinthians 7:1 NLT
Cleansing is a twofold action: turning away from sin, and turning toward God. The Corinthians were to have nothing to do with paganism. They were to make a clean break with their past and give themselves to God alone. “Work toward complete holiness” literally means “perfecting holiness.” It connotes becoming mature or complete. Thus, Paul wasn’t suggesting that the Corinthians could become sinless in this life. Instead, he was prodding them to work at maturing in their faith. God had provided them with all the resources they needed, and Christ’s Spirit would empower them to become Christlike (Romans 8”2).
--- Life Application Study Bible notes
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