Holiness

I was reading in Exodus this morning. The word "holy" was mentioned several times. To me, "Holy" is an intimidating word. When I think of it I usually have an image of God on a throne and members of creation declaring His holiness. I think about the repetition of "Holy, Holy, Holy" in worship and adoration to God. What I don't normally think of - is me. That changed a little this morning. As I was reading about the God's instructions about sacrifices, the altar and incense. I noticed how "atonement" was made in order to help things that weren't holy become holy. It was a great reminder of how the atonement of Jesus, His willing suffering and sacrifice, transforms me into something holy for God.