What does it mean to keep oneself unspotted from the world?
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To keep oneself unspotted from the world means to live a life of holiness and separation from sin and corruption.
Keeping oneself unspotted from the world, as mentioned in James 1:27, entails living in a way that reflects the holiness of God while navigating a fallen world. This calls for believers to discern the influences of the world that contradict God's righteousness and to abstain from those. It means embracing a lifestyle of purity, holiness, and integrity, where one's actions align with scriptural teachings. This separation is not about isolation but about being a witness to God's grace and truth in a society that is often at odds with biblical morals. Such a life is a powerful testimony to the transformative work of Christ in a believer.
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