THE OBJECTIVES OF HOLINESS: Dirk Van der MerweHTS Theological Studies 73 (3):1-9 (2017)
- The first objective is to constitute a unity among the followers of Jesus, although it is not explicitly defined in this context.
- The second objective refers to the preparation of Jesus' disciples to continue Jesus' mission.
- The third objective for holiness is that the world may believe and may know that God has sent his Son.
- The fourth and the ultimate objective is the glorification of God.
2 Peter 1:5-8