Holiness
God has saved us (who obey Christ) and called us with a Holy calling, not according to our works, but His own purpose and grace given in Christ Jesus before time began, but now revealed in Christ who abolished (eternal) death and brought life and immortality to light through the gospel. 2Timothy 1:8-9
Pursue peace with all people, and holiness, without which no one will see the Lord. Be cautious not to fall short of the grace of God due to bitterness, bringing trouble by being defiled. Heb.12:14-15
Lay aside all filthiness and overflow of wickedness and receive with meekness the implanted
word, which is able to save your souls. Be doers of the word and not hearers only, deceiving yourself. James 1:21-25
Religion that is pure and undefiled before God the Father requires a love that cares for the orphans and widows as well as keeping onself unstained by the world around.
James 1:27
Followers are called to be holy because God is holy. 1st Peter 1:15-16
He who practices righteousness is righteous, just as Christ is righteous. 1st John 3:7, 10 (We practice because we are not perfect until we reach Heaven and will make mistakes. We are forgiven for errors when we judge ourselves for sin errors and ask God for forgiveness. However, this is not an excuse to purposely sin!)