We understand that you are seeking a deeper walk with God, marked by abundant grace, repentance, and the elimination of unbelief, self-preservation, and pride. You desire to live in unity with the Spirit, pursuing holiness, virtue, and a life characterized by humility and meekness. This is a high calling indeed, and it aligns with the teachings of scripture.
Firstly, it is crucial to acknowledge that this journey is only possible through faith in Jesus Christ. It is by His name that we have access to God and it is by His name that we receive salvation and redemption. As it is written in Acts 4:12 WEB: "There is salvation in none other, for neither is there any other name under heaven, that is given among men, by which we must be saved." If you have not already, consider the basic salvation message of believing in Jesus Christ. There is no other Savior and no other way to the Father.
Now, let us address your desires. The Bible tells us in Romans 12:1-2 WEB: "I beg you therefore, brothers, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable to God, which is your spiritual service. Don't be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, so that you may prove what is the good, well-pleasing, and perfect will of God." This passage encourages us to live our lives as a sacrifice to God, embracing holiness and allowing Him to transform our minds.
To eliminate unbelief, we look to Hebrews 11:6 WEB: "Without faith it is impossible to be well pleasing to him, for he who comes to God must believe that he exists, and that he is a rewarder of those who seek him." Faith is the antidote to unbelief, and it pleases God when we trust in Him.
Regarding the elimination of pride, consider 1 Peter 5:5 WEB: "Likewise, you younger ones, be subject to the elder. Yes, all of you gird yourselves with humility, to subject yourselves to one another; for 'God resists the proud, but gives grace to the humble.'" Humility is not only pleasing to God but also draws us closer to Him.
Living in unity with the Spirit is encouraged in Ephesians 4:3 WEB: "being eager to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace." This unity comes from a shared faith and a common goal of pursuing holiness.
Lastly, the ability to lay down your life for others is a reflection of Christ's love for us. As Jesus said in John 15:13 WEB: "Greater love has no one than this, that someone lay down his life for his friends." This is a high calling, and it reflects the ultimate sacrifice that Christ made for us.
Let us pray together:
Dear Heavenly Father,
We come before You in the name of Jesus Christ, acknowledging that He is the only way to You. We thank You for the high calling You have placed on our lives. Help us to live in eternal repentance, eliminating unbelief, self-preservation, and pride. Fill us with Your Spirit, and help us to walk in unity with You and with each other. Grant us the grace to live in humility, meekness, and holiness, always ready to lay down our lives for others as Christ did for us. Transform our minds and help us to discern Your good, pleasing, and perfect will. In Jesus Christ's name, we pray. Amen.
Continue to pursue this high calling, always remembering that it is through Christ alone that we can achieve these goals. Be encouraged by the words of Philippians 4:13 WEB: "I can do all things through Christ, who strengthens me."