For God did not call us to be impure, but to live a holy life. 1 Thessalonians 4:7
God has given us the mean to live lives that echo the life of Christ. While we might not ever achieve such perfection, we are expected to strive for it. We do so in order to please God, knowing at the same time it is also for our benefit. Let us praise God for calling us as his chosen children and giving us all we need to live for his Glory.
For the LORD takes delight in his people; he crowns the humble with salvation.