Bible Text: Romans 6:13
13 Also, do not present your members to sin as instruments of unrighteousness, but present yourselves to God, as alive from the dead, and your members as instruments of righteousness to God.
Corinthians 7:1 “Having therefore these promises, dearly beloved, let us cleanse ourselves from all filthiness of the flesh and spirit, perfecting holiness in the fear of God.”
A vessel used for a special purpose must be separated and prepared differently from ordinary vessels. A cup reserved for a king’s table is handled with care because of its purpose and value. Consecration means being set apart for God’s purpose. It is the decision to allow God to shape our character, choices, and lifestyle according to His will. Consecration comes with a price because it requires separation from anything that weakens our relationship with God. It demands discipline, commitment, and a heart that is fully surrendered. A person cannot be dedicated to God while constantly giving priority to things that oppose His purpose.
Throughout the Scripture, those who carried divine assignments understood the cost of consecration. Samuel was dedicated to God from childhood. Daniel separated himself from defilement in Babylon. The disciples left their former lives to follow Christ. Their commitment created room for God to work through them.
The price of consecration is the willingness to surrender ourselves completely to God. It is more than attending church or performing religious activities; it is allowing God to influence every area of our lives. Consecration requires a transformed mind. The believer must learn to reject patterns, attitudes, and habits that prevent spiritual growth. It requires choosing obedience when temptation offers an easier path. Jesus called His followers to deny themselves and follow Him. This means that God’s purpose must become greater than personal desires. A consecrated person seeks God’s approval above human applause and values spiritual growth above temporary pleasures.
Consecration also requires discipline. Prayer, studying the Scripture, worship, and righteous living do not happen by accident; they require intentional commitment. The more we surrender to God, the more He can use us as instruments of His glory. God does not call us to consecration because He wants to restrict us, but because He wants to prepare us for greater impact. A vessel that is clean and available can be used for honourable purposes.
When we pay the price of consecration, we experience deeper intimacy with God, greater spiritual authority, and clearer understanding of His purpose for our lives.
Action Plans
- Remove anything that weakens your commitment to God.
- Strengthen your prayer life, Bible study, and worship consistently.
- Make your talents, time, and resources available for His purpose.
Covenant Gate Hymnals 51: SS & S 235: MY FAITH LOOKS UP TO THEE,
My faith looks up to Thee,
Thou Lamb of Calvary,
Saviour divine ;
Now hear me while I pray ;
Take all my guilt away ;
Oh, let me from this day
Be wholly Thine.
May Thy rich grace impart
Strength to my fainting heart,
My zeal inspire :
As Thou hast died for me,
Oh, may my love to Thee
Pure, warm, and changeless be—–
A living fire.
While life’s dark maze I tread,
And griefs around me spread,
Be Thou my Guide :
Bid darkness turn to day,
Wipe sorrow’s tears away ;
Nor let me ever stray
From Thee aside.
When ends life’s transient dream—-
When death’s cold, sullen stream
Shall o’er me roll—-
Blest Saviour, then in love,
Fear and distrust remove ;
Oh, bear me safe above—-
Today’s Prayer
1. Lord separate me for Your purpose and make my life pleasing to You.
2. Father give me grace to live a consecrated life before You.
3. Lord draw others into deeper consecration and commitment to You in Jesus name. Amen.
