The Pinnacle of Holiness: 16 Degrees to Perfection

By D.L. Anderson

What Good Thing Must I Do to Enter Into Eternal Life?

Almost 2,000 years ago, a rich younger ruler asked the Messiah this question. Messiah's response was revolutionary. He simply commanded the young ruler to go onto perfection. This verse and countless others prove this statement - perfection is the only manner in which we will enter into eternal life.

From this reality evolves 2 central questions:

1. What does it mean to be perfect?

2. How do we achieve perfection?

Quite simply, perfection is measured by our success at executing the will of the Father. We are only able to do so by first achieving holiness. By analyzing the 16 primary degrees of holiness, we will understand every facet of perfection, as well as deduce the correlation between all the principle components of scriptural theology.

For example, what are your views on sin? Do you know that sinners can not inherit eternal life? Do you know that the Holy Spirit gives us power to make a clean break from both sin and our sinful nature?

Furthermore, have you ever considered the lack of miracles, healing, signs, and wonders in our world? The Gospel is filled with them, although only a handful of believers wrought these works. As for us, we have millions of believers worldwide and still aren't doing a fraction of their works.

Needless to say, the church circuit is filled with many spiritual deficits that will only begin to be resolved when each member fulfills the Greater Commission and goes on to perfection. In this book, I will address many of these deficits and show how they are only resolved by holiness. By the end of it, you will be prepared to set your foot upon the path to perfection and become heir to eternal life.

• Language: English
• Publisher: AuthorHouse
• Release date: Jul 9, 2010
• ISBN: 9781452019536

D.L. Anderson

D. L. Anderson is a man on a mission. This mission is to help revive the religious world with knowledge. Why knowledge? It is because the scriptures reveal that knowledge would increase in the last days. Accordingly, any true revival we experience in this day will not transpire apart from knowledge. 3 years into his ministry (2001), the Spirit revealed to him that a comprehensive understanding of holiness would be central to this revival. Since that time, he has worked tirelessly to understand the various facets of holiness and develop the appropriate model for presenting it to the world. This book is the first step. In 2009, upon being led by the Spirit, he left his corporate IT job to finish his thesis on holiness. Now that he has integrated this thesis into book format, he is working on various others while he teaches seminars on the topics of holiness, perfection, and eternal life. If you would like to contact D. L. Anderson to schedule a seminar or would like more information about his ministry, please e-mail him at [e-mail] or visit his web site at www.pinnacleofholiness.com.

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CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION

A Lesson before Reading

CHAPTER 1

If Thou Will Be Perfect

CHAPTER 2

Yahuah’s Will is Our Perfection

CHAPTER 3

Holiness is the Main Thing

CHAPTER 4

The Sin Issue

CHAPTER 5

The Composition of Mankind

CHAPTER 6

A Prelude to Holiness

CHAPTER 7

The Pinnacle Divisions

CHAPTER 8

The Pinnacle Principles

CHAPTER 9

Faith

CHAPTER 10

Obedience

CHAPTER 11

Virtue

CHAPTER 12

Godly Fear

CHAPTER 13

Knowledge

CHAPTER 14

Wisdom

CHAPTER 15

Temperance

CHAPTER 16

Endurance

CHAPTER 17

Patience

CHAPTER 18

Joy

CHAPTER 19

Peace

CHAPTER 20

Godliness

CHAPTER 21

Meekness

CHAPTER 22

Kindness

CHAPTER 23

Mercy

CHAPTER 24

Love

CONCLUSION

A Lesson before Judgment

Appendix A   64 Degrees of Holiness

Appendix B   Holiness Objectives

Appendix C   Holiness Counter-Objectives

Endnotes

INTRODUCTION

A Lesson before Reading

No one’s perfect. I’m sure we have all either heard or quoted this phrase at least once in our lives. In my opinion, this expression (more than any other) has worked to shape the overall psyche of the human race regarding the concept of perfection.

I haven’t done any polling, yet I am quite certain that only a small minority of the world population faithfully believes that mankind can achieve a state of perfection in this life. I would surmise that even a smaller margin feels that perfection is indeed a requirement to inherit eternal life, if they believe in eternal life at all. What do you think?

In accordance with the title of this thesis, I confidently lean to the contrary. I consider myself to be an outspoken and passionate advocate of perfection. Deviating from the status quo, I believe that perfection is obtainable in this life. Moreover, I believe that achieving perfection is central to inheriting eternal life.

Now this statement is not some shallow attempt to introduce a new concept to a church circuit over-saturated with personal ideologies. Neither does it stem from some private ambition or motivation. It is, however, supported by thousands of scriptures which must be analyzed meticulously and collectively. I am convinced that perfection can not be understood or accomplished any other way.

This is the primary reason why such a common ideology as perfection is relatively unknown in its true context. It is because we (believers and non-believers alike) are not generally disposed to dedicating ourselves to concentrated studies on spiritual subjects. When it comes to committing ourselves to these activities, we typically prefer to settle.

I assign this to the fact that many of us love the idea of a discount and are by and large enticed by the prospect of getting something for nothing. Yet even so many of us take this approach to life, it will not provide us any measureable degree of success in achieving perfection. Allow me to be very clear. There are no discounts, concessions, or bartering when it comes to the matter of eternal life or the conditions thereof. It was a perfect plan in the beginning and it will remain a perfect plan until the end.

As the prerequisites for eternal life are settled, our primary goal is to come to know them. Then we must apply ourselves to understand them, for it is difficult to implement any spiritual process without full knowledge of the associated requirements. This is the principal reason why I have invested so much time in compiling this thesis. It is because the requirements were lost over time. This led to various misinterpretations and false doctrines which have all worked to distort and disfigure the path into eternal life.

As the misinformation surrounding eternal life has in this day become universal, the only way to combat such a vast array of contradictions is to do so at the highest level and with no shortage of scriptural corroboration. That is what this thesis accomplishes. It reveals every high-level requirement associated with inheriting eternal life and is referenced by over 1,000 references (the vast majority deriving from the scriptures).

In the big picture of it all, the requirements are what matter most. As they constitute the way, we can not enter into eternal life aside from wholly following them. By the end of this thesis, this should be more than evident. It should be crystal clear.

CHAPTER 1

If Thou Will Be Perfect

"My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me: And I give unto

them eternal life; and they shall never perish, neither shall any man pluck them out

of my hand. And this is the promise that he hath promised us, even eternal life."

JOHN 10:27-28; 1 JOHN 2:25

ETERNAL LIFE IS EVERYTHING

It was almost 2,000 years ago when the Mashiyach [i.e. Messiah] was on one of many journeys to the city of Jerusalem.¹ On this particular crossing, he was departing from the coasts of Judaea beyond Jordan after having laid his hands upon certain little children (for of such is the kingdom of heaven).

En route to Jerusalem, Messiah was stopped by a rich young ruler. Without any formal introduction, the rich young ruler directly asks him, What good thing shall I do, that I may have eternal life? Messiah responded by plainly telling him, If thou wilt enter into eternal life, keep the commandments.

Not willing to leave any uncertainty concerning the matter, the rich young ruler simply asks him, Which? Messiah then declares to him six of the Ten Commandments; namely the six commandments which deal with the manner in which men and women are to interact with each other. The other four commandments deal with the manner in which we are to interact with the Father [i.e. Yahuah Elohiym].²

In an apparent attempt to impress Messiah with his observance of the commandments, the rich young ruler states, All these things have I kept from my youth up: what lack I yet? Messiah then challenged him once more saying, If thou wilt be perfect, go and sell that thou hast, and give to the poor, and thou shalt have treasure in heaven: and come and follow me. At this saying, the rich young ruler walked away in sorrow (for he had great possessions).

In my life, I have heard many sermons based upon this scripture passage. I believe it is because there are many lessons to be drawn from it. Of these lessons, it seems the most common has to deal with the peril of riches; for the scriptures teach us that the love of money is at the root of all evil. ²

Nevertheless, I do not believe that the most significant lesson within this passage has anything to do with riches. In truth, this passage is much deeper than the peril of riches and has more to offer than what many have taken from it. What else is there? I believe that within this passage lies the key to eternal life.

Now the concept of eternal life is very integral to scriptural theology. At the same time, my research has led me to the conclusion that it is one of the most underestimated and misunderstood concepts within the religious circuit. This is because eternal life is a very delicate and mystifying subject matter. Very few pastors and theologians have attempted to wholly deal with this topic. Even fewer have formulated credible accounts for it.

Yet in spite of such a small amount of credible research concerning eternal life, there is at least one thing for certain. Beyond the horizon of this temporal life lies an eternal future to which every soul is ushered after the expiration of their body. This is a definitive matter which no one could plausibly deny.³

In addition, this current life pales in comparison to the imminence of the eternal future. The scriptures refer to this life as but a moment when evaluated against eternity.⁴ In consequence, understanding the truths surrounding the eternal future is critical to those of us who are yet alive; for sooner or later we will all transition into this eternal state.

Now the eternal future is represented by two final destinations which have very diverse sets of characteristics. One destination is depicted by eternal life. The other is depicted by endless death.

The concept of endless death yields very little controversy. It represents the final judgment of the wicked. Inherently, the majority of us appreciates and desires justice. Thus we would have little trouble accepting a reality in which the perpetually wicked inherit perpetual judgment. At the same time, I believe we would also carry a similar level of regret regarding their decision to follow after this unfortunate path. As the saying goes, sometimes even the wicked get more than they deserve.

On the other hand, it is the impression of eternal life which instigates a surplus of questions and debates. It is at the core of most (if not all) religions and represents the most prominent question men and women have concerning their existence. Therefore, the following pages of this thesis will work to accomplish the following objectives:

1. Determine and analyze how the spiritual feat of perfection is the singular manner in which we can scripturally inherit eternal life.

2. Provide a scriptural definition and analysis of the spiritual feat of perfection and establish how it can be universally achieved.

3. Prove that a status of perfection can only be achieved by first achieving holiness by providing a step-by-step examination of the 16 degrees involved in the process.

PERFECTION, THE PATH INTO ETERNAL LIFE

At this juncture, I would like to pivot from the topic of eternal life to focus on perfection. I would initially state that perfection is not a religious concept. It is a spiritual concept. For that reason, perfection can only be deduced from a spiritual perspective and accomplished with divine assistance. I state this primarily because the conglomerate church³ (in large part) has become so religious that it has almost completely abandoned spirituality. Is there a difference between being religious and having the capacity to operate within the Spirit? I believe there is and the scriptures support my trust. We can utilize our current scripture passage using the example of the rich young ruler to prove this position [see Matthew 19:16-26].

Immediately after the rich young ruler asks how he could enter into eternal life, Messiah tells him to keep the commandments. This directive is equated to the observance of religion. As it represents Messiah’s first command to the rich young ruler, it should be clear that religiosity precedes spirituality.

Next, when the rich young ruler asks whether or not there is anything he lacks, Messiah commands him to distribute all of his possessions to the poor. After this, he was to follow Messiah. This was all predicated upon Messiah’s challenge to the rich young ruler to be perfect.

Now Messiah’s command for the rich young ruler to be perfect was not one of religious implications. How do we know this? It is because good works [i.e. religion] can be executed apart from the Holy Spirit. Consequently, the conglomerate church is filled with Christians who are confidently religious but are nowhere close to achieving perfection. For that reason, I believe Messiah’s command for the rich young ruler to be perfect was clearly a spiritual directive.

Unlike religion, perfection is only obtainable by the power of the Holy Spirit. This is more evidence that perfection exceeds the mere display of religion. In view of that, perfection is also much more than performing good works and the observation of a set of rules and regulations. These initiatives can (in part) be executed with meager spiritual competence. This speaks to why the rich young ruler was unable to comprehend the spiritual inference of Messiah’s command. It is because he was self-assuredly religious while unaccomplished within the Spirit. As a result, he went away sorrowful.

Without controversy, this message is applicable to the current church circuit. Like the rich young ruler, the conglomerate church is very religious while lacking spiritual prowess. How do we know this? It is because religiosity is on the increase. As our messages and works are mainstream across nearly every form of media, religion has become one of the most pervasive elements of our world society.

I would even argue that being religious in this day may very well be more popular globally than it has ever been. Yet in spite of all the religious discourse and good works in our social order, the spiritual capacity of the body of believers has had very little increase. If anything, I would make the case that it is in decline; a deficit which is more devastating than many realize. Why? It is because religion alone does not effectively combat the extreme powers of darkness which are ruining our world. This manner of warfare requires the power of the Holy Spirit which is amplified by our perfection.

Recently I have heard many ministers refer to the time we are living in as the Laodicea Church Age. I can see how they make this connection. If you recall, the Church of Laodicea was deceived into believing they had need of nothing because of their increase of goods.⁵ In like manner, many today are so comfortable with the fundamentals of doctrine that they don’t believe they need anything else out of the proverbial religious experience. This includes an enhanced spiritual faculty.

This is the primary reason why there is a severe imbalance between spirituality and religiosity within the conglomerate church. The source of this imbalance is a result of two things: a lack of perfection within the church circuit and a subsequent contentment with this deficiency. This brings us to our first inflexion point.

By lacking perfection, the conglomerate church has

forfeited the only clear path into eternal life.

Is this scriptural? I assure you that it is. I will provide eight key scripture references in the next section to validate this statement. Before doing so, I would like to make it perfectly clear that practicing sound religion alone does not qualify us to inherit eternal life. The only manner in which we can scripturally inherit eternal life is through perfection; nothing else, nothing less. Thus the establishment of this thesis must begin with a methodical analysis of the spiritual feat of perfection, for perfection is our ticket into eternal life.

PERFECTION IS POSSIBLE

Even though it is possible to achieve perfection while living in the flesh, many don’t believe it. I know this because I have discussed this topic with many Christians (pastors, ministers, and lay people alike) and not one of them was in agreement with me concerning the possibility of perfection. Although they all held various opinions to account for their skepticism, their dissension evolved from the same source – they were not exercising a scriptural understanding of perfection. Rather, they were considering perfection from a physical viewpoint. This is clearly counter-productive because perfection falls into a spiritual model.

While I am inclined to providing a scripturally accurate definition of perfection, I would like to first prove that perfection is indeed possible. In doing so, I would initially counter the position of my respected opponents by declaring that Messiah would have never challenged the rich young ruler to be perfect if perfection were impossible.⁶ Otherwise, we would be forced to conclude that Messiah was being dishonest with this young man.

Next, after understanding the magnitude of the challenge of inheriting eternal life, the disciples straightly asked Messiah, Who then can be saved? In similar fashion, you might be asking yourself, If perfection is required for us to enter into eternal life, who then can be saved? This is where faith comes in and why the following scripture reads, With men this is impossible; but with Elohiym all things are possible.

In concert with this scripture, I would state that it is not imperative for us to understand how achieving perfection is possible at this juncture. What is crucial is our acknowledgement of the possibility of perfection. Otherwise, we begin to reduce the power of Yahuah to our limited human perspectives.

Not only is perfection achievable, every believer has been called to be perfect. It is not a lofty calling on a select few who desire to maximize their spirit dimension. It is a spiritual mandate upon every soul in pursuit of eternal life.⁷ The scriptures validate this declaring, Therefore leaving the principles of the doctrine of Messiah, let us go on unto perfection; not laying again the foundation of repentance from dead works, and of faith toward Elohiym. ⁸

This verse is very clear. It is the Father’s desire for all of His children to be in pursuit of perfection.⁹ This is why Messiah explicitly commanded us to be perfect saying, Be ye therefore perfect, even as your Father which is in heaven is perfect. ¹⁰ As Messiah commanded us to be perfect long before he told us to be missionaries, the call to perfection should be viewed as the Greater Commission.¹¹

Furthermore, did you ever consider why we have pastors, preachers, and other ministerial offices in our churches? The scriptures are clear on this matter as well. Yahuah established these positions to enhance the process of perfecting the body of Messiah. The scriptures reveal, And he gave some, apostles; and some, prophets; and some, evangelists; and some, pastors and teachers; till we all come in the unity of the faith, and of the knowledge of the Son of Elohiym, unto a perfect man, unto the measure of the stature of the fullness of Messiah. Having therefore these promises, dearly beloved, let us cleanse ourselves from all filthiness of the flesh and spirit, perfecting holiness in the fear of Elohiym. ¹²

From these verses we understand that perfection is tied to the existence of the ministry, for the realization of perfection is the true calling of every form of ministry. Conversely, the aim of the ministry should not be to grow or pastor mega churches. Neither should it be to carry on the depraved misuse of God-given abilities to become incessantly wealthy.

I would even argue that the fundamental goal of the ministry is not necessarily to make new converts. This is because the preliminary affair of spiritual conversion only upgrades us into a believer. In the end, what is the definitive value of this conversion if we do not successfully seal our destiny with eternal life? As this is the singular objective of perfection, it is surely the most essential purpose of the ministry; hence the Greater Commission.

Whether or not you agree with this analysis is inconsequential. Unless you are against the ministerial offices of apostles, prophets, evangelists, and the like, you should be an advocate of perfection. This is in accordance with the scripture references I have provided.

Additionally, did you ever consider why the scriptures were written? Again, it is for our perfection. 2 Timothy 3:16-17 reads, All scripture is given by inspiration of Elohiym, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: That the man of Elohiym may be perfect, thoroughly furnished unto all good works. Truly this is a very important consideration. Not only do these scriptures validate the potential of perfection, they tell us why we need to be perfect – to be thoroughly furnished unto all good works. This allows Yahuah to use us at any time to do anything according to His will.

This is more evidence that our high calling goes beyond living a good life and practicing random acts of kindness. If we consider the spiritual condition of the world present, we could hardly deny that it is in need of divine intercession on so many fronts. At the same time, many within the conglomerate church fail to realize that the immense spiritual wickedness destroying our world can only be overcome by men and women who possess great spiritual powers. Here lies another inflexion point.

Perfection is the apex of spiritual power and authority. It is the

place where Yahuah can give us any command which we would

be spiritual enough to receive and powerful enough to execute.

This declaration proves that Yahuah’s desire for all of His children is their perfection. Why else would He give us His Spirit, an eternal force defined by an unlimited source of power and authority? As His Spirit is truly omnipotent, do you honestly believe He is pleased with our contentedness in utilizing only a small fraction of it? Do you further suppose He is satisfied with our consequent low estate in the Spirit when we have the potential to be spiritual giants? The answer is no on both counts. As a matter of fact, Yahuah gives us His Spirit so that we (like Him) may be perfect.

As this is the case, why has the church (which has existed for hundreds of years) failed to meet Yahuah’s standard of perfection? Even though there are various causes for this deficit, I believe the most common is our failure to wholly understand the awesome power and potential in perfection. If we did, every true believer would make great haste to discover perfection in full and immediately embark upon its path.

Here’s the catch – achieving perfection requires more spiritual effort than many Christians are prepared or used to giving. Regrettably, this is the primary reason why the world is full of darkness. It is because so many believers are not exercising the full capability of the Holy Spirit due to their lack of perfection.

Now some might consider this to be an unlikely scenario. They would assume that the Father is satisfied with underachievement and would somehow use us beyond our spiritual aptitude. Let us consider this from a physical perspective. If you were having surgery, would you want for your surgeon to use a dull or a sharp scalpel? I believe the sharp scalpel would be the popular choice. Why? It is because someone has invested quality time in preparing the sharp scalpel for use. Thus it is clearly the more efficient tool.

As for the dull scalpel, there was little to no investment made in preparing it for any intended use. For that reason, it will not be utilized in any significant situations. Moreover, unless some is willing to take the time to work with it, the dull scalpel may even be discarded.

Is it hard to comprehend how it is the same with the Father? We are His children, yet we are also His tools. We are the means by which He desires to repair a world marred by sin and death. However, He can only use us effectively as we have prepared ourselves. This is why the scriptures reveal, If a man therefore purge himself from these, he shall be a vessel unto honour, sanctified, and meet for the master’s use, and prepared unto every good work. ¹³

From a scriptural perspective, Yahuah has never set precedence for using His people beyond their spiritual capacity. Let’s consider Aaron’s sons. When they offered strange fire before Yahuah, did He accept their sacrifice? Were they able to somehow negotiate their will over Yahuah’s prescribed order? Here again, the answer is no on both counts. Besides not accepting their imperfect sacrifice, Yahuah did not allow Aaron’s sons (Nadab and Abihu) to continue to operate in the priest’s office. As a matter of fact, He killed them.¹⁴

Unfortunately, the scriptures and history are filled with the tragic accounts of individuals who were not accepted or used fully by Yahuah because of their spiritual insufficiency. The question is – how do we avoid this depressing fate? The answer is sure. We must be perfected. Only then will we find ourselves fully in Yahuah’s will and meet for His continued use.

At last, I would like to introduce one of my favorite verses. It reveals, I can do all things through Mashiyach which strengthens me. ¹⁵ If we can in effect do all things through Messiah, how is perfection impossible? This example is the last of eight scriptural pieces of evidence confirming that perfection is indeed possible to obtain in this life [see Table of Perfection].

Table of Perfection

Utilizing these eight references as a scriptural foundation, I intend to elaborate upon three decisive points concerning perfection.

1. Perfection is the singular prerequisite to inheriting eternal life.

2. Perfection is possible to obtain while living in the flesh.

3. Perfection is the high calling of every child of Yahuah.

CHAPTER 2

Yahuah’s Will is Our Perfection

"Not every one that saith unto me, Master, Master, shall enter into the kingdom

of heaven; but he that doeth the will of my Father which is in heaven."

MATTHEW 7:21

THE PERFECTION CRITERIA

At present, we have established that perfection is the key which unlocks the door to eternal life. Next we must analyze what it means to be perfect. To enhance our study, I will provide a scriptural definition.

Perfection is the highest degree of proficiency,

skill, or excellence in executing Yahuah’s will; the

condition or quality of being spiritually whole.

Now it is critical to understand that perfection is not equated to the outdated concept of doing everything right. This is because we are not wholly assessed upon what is right versus what is wrong. We are judged according to our knowledge, for the final course of judgment is irreversible. Thus we are not perfectly accountable for knowledge we don’t have.

For that reason, Yahuah’s will supersedes the poles of right and wrong. This is true even though many within the church circuit base their religion upon these two extremes. Therefore, being perfect (at the highest level) is equated to our continued execution of Yahuah’s will in our lives. In this regard, I refer to perfection as simply doing our best; for when our best is amplified by the Spirit, we will discover that there is nothing we can’t do (as the scriptures have said).

Now the scriptural definition of perfection may cause its achievement to appear simple. I assure you that it is not. The simplified definition was meant to provide an uncomplicated description for the intent of understanding. Truly perfection is life’s most challenging endeavor. At the same time, it carries life’s greatest reward [i.e. everlasting life].

In beginning to address the complexity involved in achieving perfection, we must first analyze Yahuah’s will. This is because Yahuah’s will is the standard by which perfection is measured. I have come to think of it as the perfection criteria.

In my life, I have heard many diverse sermons concerning Yahuah’s will. One conclusion I have made is that His will must be multi-faceted. This is because there are no two persons completely alike in our world. In accordance with this reality, the will of the Father should not correspond to a singular model. It would be unique for every individual.

This counters the viewpoint of some who believe in a perfect or predefined will. According to these believers, there exists an invariable plan for our lives which Yahuah designed before we were even born. Our life then becomes a never-ending journey of trying to discover what this predefined plan is. Therefore, unless we are operating at the highest spiritual altitude (which most of us admittedly are not), our lives would be defined by a continual second-guessing of every decision we would ever make.

Contrary to this model, we are not likely going to receive divine counsel for every decision we make to ensure our adherence to a predefined script. I’m not sure this would transpire even if we have the most elevated and dedicated prayer life. As for my own experiences, I have not found Yahuah’s involvement in my decision-making process to be that granular.

This leads to my next reason for not supporting a perfect or predefined will. It is because of choices. If such a will exists as I have described above, it would suggest that we forfeit the right to make our own choices after we experience salvation. This is not viable, for the power of choice is inherent to mankind and is not consigned to enhance the work of redemption or to complete a spiritual process.

Nevertheless, what is integral in our pursuit of perfection is the subjection of our will to Yahuah’s will. At this interval, our decision-making process becomes heavily influenced by the Holy Spirit and is in consequence