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How do we know that believers should be separate from the world?

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Believers should be separate from the world because they are called to be distinct and holy, as God has promised to be their God.

The call for believers to be separate from the world is rooted in their identity as the temple of the living God. In 2 Corinthians 6:16-17, Paul emphasizes the promise that God will dwell among His people and be their God, which necessitates a clear separation from the unclean. This distinction is not merely a physical separation but a spiritual commitment to values and directions that align with God's character. The Old Testament admonition to avoid covenants with the inhabitants of the land serves as a warning for the New Testament believer to remain vigilant against the influences of a world that is in rebellion against God. The New Testament reaffirms this separation by reminding believers that their citizenship is in heaven, elevating the call to live according to God's standards.
Scripture References: 2 Corinthians 6:16-18, Romans 12:2

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O Ye Corinthians
Gary Shepard · Dec 14, 2008
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