When a person is faced with a life and death situation and survives, it is traumatic and life-changing. The incredible impact the event has on the life of that person usually sets in motion a number of actions. From the time of the event, life is often perceived as “too short” and initiates a time of reflection on their past, their current circumstances and what the future holds for them. It may also initiate a change in their attitude and behaviour and the need to do things differently and may influence how that person thinks, feels and acts from that point forward. Events of such magnitude more often produce a sense of gratefulness, overwhelming awe and gratitude for having survived. This is the attitude we should have when yielding our bodies to God, having ourselves been brought from death to life through the precious blood of Christ. We should not forget where we have come from - as sinners in a world with no hope. But God is merciful and has granted us life and life abundantly!
We are also commanded to yield our bodies as “servants” to righteousness (Rom 6:16), therefore denoting a character of humility and service. Service indicates an “action” and so we should always be willing to be righteous in action and ultimately in our lives. Righteousness comes with confessing sin, and through confession, cleansing flows freely and our righteous garments are washed clean. A Vessel In God’s House page 92-93