June 30th, 2025
by William Leich
by William Leich
June 30, 2025
"You Are Not Your Own"
“Or do you not know that your body is the temple of the Holy Spirit who is in you, whom you have from God, and you are not your own? For you were bought at a price. So glorify God in your body and in your spirit, which are God's”
—1 Corinthians 6:19–20 (ESV)
We live in a world that constantly encourages us to chase what feels right, to follow our truth, and to never let anyone get in the way of our happiness. The narrative is loud and persistent: “You do you.” But that way of thinking isn’t new. In the book of Judges, Scripture says, “Everyone did what was right in their own eyes.” It’s a cycle as old as humanity.
In 1 Corinthians 6, Paul speaks directly into the heart of that cycle. He reminds us that we are not our own—we were bought at a price. The outward appeal of sin will always promise satisfaction, but it ultimately leaves us empty, broken, and longing for peace that never comes. Sin's endgame is always the same: to steal, kill, and destroy.
But Jesus did something radically different. He gave His life to redeem us. Not just to save us from sin, but to call us into a new life—one marked by freedom, purpose, and a deep desire to glorify God with all that we are. Paul’s use of the word “therefore” in this passage is important. It connects the truth of our redemption to the response we’re called to live out: glorify God with our bodies, our decisions, our hearts—because they no longer belong to us. They’ve been handed over to the One who knows and loves us best.
The Greek word Paul uses for “bought” is agorazō, a term that means to purchase from the marketplace—often referring to the redemption of slaves. Paul uses this language to emphasize the weight of what Christ did for us. We were purchased at the highest price possible: the blood of Jesus. This wasn’t a casual transaction. It was a sacrificial exchange—His life for ours.
That means our worth is no longer defined by what we do, but by what He paid. Our bodies and our spirits belong to Him. And because we belong to Him, we are called to reflect that in how we live. Every decision is a chance to glorify the One who rescued us.
So let’s not live for our own glory. Let’s not chase what’s comfortable or popular. Let’s live to glorify God. Let’s walk in victory over sin—not by our willpower, but by the power of the Holy Spirit within us. This is the life that brings peace to our souls and glory to our Savior.
Reflection Question:
Are there areas in your life where you’re still living as if you’re your own? What would it look like to glorify God in those areas instead?
Prayer:
Father, thank You for purchasing me with the precious blood of Jesus. Help me to remember that I am not my own. I belong to You. Teach me to live in a way that honors You—inside and out. May my life glorify You in every word, every choice, and every thought. Amen.
"You Are Not Your Own"
“Or do you not know that your body is the temple of the Holy Spirit who is in you, whom you have from God, and you are not your own? For you were bought at a price. So glorify God in your body and in your spirit, which are God's”
—1 Corinthians 6:19–20 (ESV)
We live in a world that constantly encourages us to chase what feels right, to follow our truth, and to never let anyone get in the way of our happiness. The narrative is loud and persistent: “You do you.” But that way of thinking isn’t new. In the book of Judges, Scripture says, “Everyone did what was right in their own eyes.” It’s a cycle as old as humanity.
In 1 Corinthians 6, Paul speaks directly into the heart of that cycle. He reminds us that we are not our own—we were bought at a price. The outward appeal of sin will always promise satisfaction, but it ultimately leaves us empty, broken, and longing for peace that never comes. Sin's endgame is always the same: to steal, kill, and destroy.
But Jesus did something radically different. He gave His life to redeem us. Not just to save us from sin, but to call us into a new life—one marked by freedom, purpose, and a deep desire to glorify God with all that we are. Paul’s use of the word “therefore” in this passage is important. It connects the truth of our redemption to the response we’re called to live out: glorify God with our bodies, our decisions, our hearts—because they no longer belong to us. They’ve been handed over to the One who knows and loves us best.
The Greek word Paul uses for “bought” is agorazō, a term that means to purchase from the marketplace—often referring to the redemption of slaves. Paul uses this language to emphasize the weight of what Christ did for us. We were purchased at the highest price possible: the blood of Jesus. This wasn’t a casual transaction. It was a sacrificial exchange—His life for ours.
That means our worth is no longer defined by what we do, but by what He paid. Our bodies and our spirits belong to Him. And because we belong to Him, we are called to reflect that in how we live. Every decision is a chance to glorify the One who rescued us.
So let’s not live for our own glory. Let’s not chase what’s comfortable or popular. Let’s live to glorify God. Let’s walk in victory over sin—not by our willpower, but by the power of the Holy Spirit within us. This is the life that brings peace to our souls and glory to our Savior.
Reflection Question:
Are there areas in your life where you’re still living as if you’re your own? What would it look like to glorify God in those areas instead?
Prayer:
Father, thank You for purchasing me with the precious blood of Jesus. Help me to remember that I am not my own. I belong to You. Teach me to live in a way that honors You—inside and out. May my life glorify You in every word, every choice, and every thought. Amen.
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