Reclaiming Holiness as God's Calling

Women's minister shares the transformative power of living a life set apart for God

Apr. 8, 2026 at 11:22pm

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In an adapted excerpt from her new book 'Set Apart for More,' Tasha Calvert, women's minister at Prestonwood Church in Dallas, explores how the concept of 'holiness' is often misunderstood or avoided by Christians, and how embracing this calling can lead to a more fulfilling and impactful life.

Why it matters

Calvert's message challenges the cultural narrative that encourages individuals to pursue personal autonomy, material blessings, and earthly success above all else. She argues that true fulfillment comes from recognizing our God-given purpose to live 'holy' lives set apart for a higher calling.

The details

Calvert shares how, in her work with women in the church, she has noticed a common reaction when discussing holiness - a sense of the concept being 'foreign,' 'high and mighty,' or 'outdated.' She believes this stems from a misunderstanding of holiness as an unattainable standard, when in reality it is a gift and calling from God. Calvert encourages readers to embrace holiness, not as a burdensome task, but as a path to greater satisfaction, peace, love, freedom, and impact.

  • Calvert's book 'Set Apart for More' was released in 2026 by B&H Publishing Group.

The players

Tasha Calvert

The women's minister at Prestonwood Church in Dallas and author of 'Set Apart for More: The Transformative Power of Living Your Whole Life for a Holy God.'

Prestonwood Church

A large church in Dallas, Texas where Calvert serves as the women's minister.

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What they’re saying

“We are not set apart to be self-absorbed, autonomous main characters on the stage of life, pursuing material blessings, earthly comfort, vain happiness, great fortune or fleeting fame. We are set apart for more; more satisfaction, more peace, more love, more freedom, more power, more impact, which is all found in a life of holiness.”

— Tasha Calvert, Women's Minister

What’s next

Calvert's book 'Set Apart for More' is available now through B&H Publishing Group, offering readers a deeper exploration of reclaiming holiness as God's calling.

The takeaway

Calvert's message encourages Christians to reframe their understanding of holiness, seeing it not as an unattainable standard, but as a transformative gift from God that can lead to greater purpose, fulfillment, and impact in one's life.