How can we sanctify ourselves (2Cr 7:1)? In the following sevenfold manner:—
1. By the mortification of the old sinful nature within us (Col 3:5; Rom 8:12-13).
2. By the expulsion from our life of all evil habits (Col 3:9; Gal 5:24).
3. By the denial of self itself, in ignoring its existence (Luk 9:23-24).
4. By the enthronement of Christ in the heart by the Spirit (Eph 3:17; 1Pe 3:15, R.V.).
5. By being satisfied with Christ through heart fellowship with Him (Mat 11:29; Psa 73:25).
6. By delighting in God's will and control (Psa 40:8; 1Th 5:18).
7. By making it our aim to do all things to the glory of God (1Cr 10:31).