The Call to Consecration: Set Apart for Kingdom Use

In a world where distraction is disguised as destiny and convenience often overshadows commitment, the call to consecration is more vital than ever.

To be consecrated is to be set apart, not just from sin, but unto purpose. It's the divine separation that prepares a vessel for glory. It's the personal covenant that says, “I belong to God—not in part, but in whole.”

“But know that the Lord has set apart him that is godly for Himself…” — Psalm 4:3

Consecration is not for a select few. It is the foundation for lasting spiritual impact, and every believer is invited.

What Is Consecration, Really?

Consecration is not legalism. It’s not self-righteousness. It’s not rules without relationship.

It is:

• A response to love, not obligation.

• A decision to live differently, not out of fear, but out of fire and fellowship.

• A constant yielding that says, “Not my will, but Yours be done.”

In Understanding the Power of Dedication, Bishop David O. Oyedepo teaches that dedication is the highest form of obedience. It’s the surrender that provokes dominion. He writes, “Until your life is poured out like a drink offering on the altar of kingdom service, you are not truly dedicated.”

Why Consecration Matters Today

In a generation obsessed with platforms, God is still looking for altars. Altars built in secret, through prayer, fasting, service, and sanctification.

Here’s why consecration isn’t optional for a believer:

• It sustains power – Gifting may open doors, but only consecration keeps you burning.

• It unlocks clarity – The more you die to the world, the more you hear heaven.

• It provokes favor – God commits more to those who are fully committed to Him (2 Chronicles 16:9).

Marks of a Consecrated Life

According to Scripture and teachings like those found in Understanding the Power of Dedication, a consecrated life is marked by:

• Altar Time: A daily lifestyle of devotion, not just weekend Christianity.

• Holiness: A passion for purity, not out of shame, but because we host the Holy Spirit.

• Kingdom Priority: You don't just add God to your schedule, you build your schedule around Him.

• Sacrificial Living: Willingness to let go of comfort, applause, and personal ambition to fulfill divine assignment.

Modern-Day Consecration: How Do I Live This Out?

Start with small altars: Wake up 15 minutes earlier. Dedicate your first thoughts to God.

• Choose boundaries over blurry lines: If it dims your fire, it’s not worth it.

• Read intentionally: Pick up books that stir conviction, not just emotion. A monthly consecration-focused read, like Understanding the Power of Dedication can help you realign.

• Fast something: Whether food, social media, or distractions—deny your flesh something regularly to keep your spirit sharp.

Consecration Is a Covenant, Not a Phase

It’s not a one-time altar call. It’s a daily lifestyle. You’ll find that the more you set yourself apart, the more God sets you above.

When you live a consecrated life:

• You’ll discern faster.

• You’ll walk in unusual boldness.

• You’ll become an answer to a generation desperately looking for light.

“And it shall come to pass, that he that is left in Zion… shall be called holy.” — Isaiah 4:3

Final Word: This Generation’s Samuel

You don’t need to be popular to be powerful. God is looking for men and women like Samuel who sleep by the ark and rise at His whisper. Who live set apart. Who burn quietly, yet brightly.

Start with a book. Start with a fast. Start with one act of surrender.

But whatever you do just start.

Consecration is the womb of revival. And the world is overdue for another outpouring.