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Why is separation from sin important for Christians?

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Separation from sin is crucial as it signifies reconciliation with God and the believer's new life in Christ.

Separation from sin is essential for Christians as it embodies the reconciliation and restoration of the relationship between God and the believer. Sin brings separation, as illustrated in Isaiah 59:2, 'But your iniquities have separated you from your God.' In the context of the scapegoat, when the goat bearing the sins is sent into the wilderness, it signifies that those iniquities have been removed from God's people. In Christ, through His atoning work, believers are called to live in this state of separation – not as a morbid fixation on sin, but as a joyful proclamation of the new life they have in Him, aiming to pursue holiness and glorify God. This is the transformative nature of salvation that should compel Christians to seek a life reflecting their standing before God.
Scripture References: Isaiah 59:2, 1 Peter 1:15-16, Ephesians 2:12-13

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The Scapegoat
Henry Sant · Apr 21, 2019