Pray the Word with David Platt

Sanctified (1 Thessalonians 5:23–24)

Nov 23, 2025
Dive into the transformative power of sanctification as David Platt highlights Paul’s prayer from 1 Thessalonians 5:23–24. Explore what it truly means to be made holy and resemble Jesus. Reflect on a specific area in your life that needs change and commit to daily prayers for spiritual growth. Experience the assurance of God’s faithfulness in this journey. The episode also includes a heartfelt prayer for the Jola people of Bangladesh, emphasizing the desire for global gospel spread.
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INSIGHT

Sanctification Is Ongoing Transformation

  • Sanctification means being made holy and more like Jesus in every area of life.
  • Regularly asking God to sanctify one specific area produces ongoing spiritual growth.
ADVICE

Pick One Area And Pray Specifically

  • Identify one area of your life right now where you need to be more like Jesus.
  • Pray specifically for God to sanctify that area today and again regularly.
INSIGHT

God's Faithfulness Completes Sanctification

  • Seeking daily sanctification aligns with God's will described earlier in 1 Thessalonians.
  • God is faithful and will surely complete the sanctifying work when we seek him.
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