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Separation from the World


As the called out Chosen Ones of the Lord God Almighty we're informed by the manifest holy Word of God. That you and I are to depart from having any fellowship with it except to witness to them about the saving grace of the Gospel message of the Lord Jesus Christ. Therefore, here in this ministry post I'll set forth steps to help us adject our lifestyle to the Biblical direction of the Word of God. Here's five things to help us walk upright with the Lord God Almighty ... 

1. Separation from the World

Christians are called to be separate from the world and its sinful ways. This is emphasized in several scriptures:

  • Romans 12:2: "Do not conform to the pattern of this world but be transformed by the renewing of your mind."
  • 2 Corinthians 6:17: "Therefore, come out from them and be separate, says the Lord. Touch no unclean thing, and I will receive you."

2. Living as Light in Darkness

Believers are described as light in a dark world, called to shine and live differently:

  • Matthew 5:14-16: "You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden… let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven."
  • Ephesians 5:8: "For you were once darkness, but now you are light in the Lord. Live as children of light."

3. Overcoming the World

The victory over the world is through faith in Jesus Christ:

  • 1 John 5:4-5: "For everyone born of God overcomes the world. This is the victory that has overcome the world, even our faith. Who is it that overcomes the world? Only the one who believes that Jesus is the Son of God."
  • John 16:33: "I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world."

4. The Call to Holiness

Saints are called to live holy lives, set apart for God's purposes:

  • 1 Peter 1:15-16: "But just as he who called you is holy, so be holy in all you do; for it is written: 'Be holy, because I am holy.'"
  • Hebrews 12:14: "Make every effort to live in peace with everyone and to be holy; without holiness no one will see the Lord."

5. The Promise of Eternal Life

The ultimate hope for saints is eternal life with God, free from the corruption of this world:

  • Revelation 21:4: "He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away."
  • John 3:16: "For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life."

These scriptures collectively highlight the call for believers to rise above the present evil world system, living lives that reflect God's holiness and light, and holding onto the promise of eternal life.

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