Peter calls believers to live into their new identity in Christ. To be holy is not about withdrawing from the world, but about reflecting God’s character in the midst of a world that is indifferent at best and hostile at worst. Holiness means living as people who are different—not in self-righteous separation, but in love, integrity, and hope that bear witness to the God who has redeemed us. The challenge for us today is the same: What does holiness look like in our modern context? How do we live set-apart lives that remain deeply engaged in our workplaces, neighborhoods, and relationships? Peter reminds us that holiness is not a burden, but a gift: it is becoming who we already are in Christ, so the world might see God through us. Audio from Tyson's sermon on October 19, 2025.