PLUS OR MINUS

READING: 1 CORINTHIANS 5:9-13

Verse 13: “But those who are outside God judges. Therefore ‘put away from yourselves the evil person’”

In addition to the command quoted above, we are warned in Proverbs 1:15 to not walk in the way  with sinners, and cautioned in 2 Corinthians 6:14 to not be unequally yoked together with unbelievers. In many ways the Bible clearly informs us that inappropriate relationships are harmful. It is true, however, that the opposite also applies. Our associations are also able to have positive effects on our lives. A good way to succeed is to hang out with the successful. As examples we have Joshua with Moses, Elisha with Elijah and Timothy with Paul. These are only a few of many illustrations that indicate the validity of this thought. Therefore, that brings about a tip for those who want to powerfully serve Jesus: It definitely helps to connect and relate with those who are already powerfully serving Him. That’s a thought – about God’s Word.

RESPONSE

1. Do you have a relationship(s) that serves you as an empowerment to godliness?

2. Will you pray specifically for a Christian who unequally yoked, or in general for many who are?