Come Out
Thursday, April 11, 2024Key Verse
“Wherefore come out from among them, and be ye separate, saith the Lord, and touch not the unclean thing; and I will receive you” (2 Corinthians 6:17).
Text — 2 Corinthians 6:14-18
Message
Consider an ox and a donkey yoked together to pull a plough; the ox represents the believer (virtuous and strong), the donkey represents the unbeliever (obstinate and untrustworthy), and the yoke that binds them together indicates the alliance or relationship that Paul cautions against. The yoke that connects the ox and donkey prevents them from moving in separate directions, despite their best efforts. This demonstrates the pressure and conflict that may develop when believers and unbelievers form tight relationships/collaborations. Paul advises against yoking of Christians and unbelievers because their basic differences make peaceful coexistence impossible.
The phrase “come out” encourages purity and detachment from the world. We are called as Christians to be God’s temple and to have no relationship with evil or idolatry. Be distinct and unique while communicating God’s love and truth to unbelievers. Live a virtuous and pure life, separate yourself from worldly ideals, attitudes, and conduct; and endeavour to live a life that pleases God. Then can you truly reflect Christ in the world while also experiencing God’s presence and favour.
Quote
Reflect Christ in the world
Challenge
It is impossible for holiness and evil to coexist.
Prayer for today
Dear God, help me to retain my relationship with You, in Jesus’ name.
About Author - Pastor W.F. Kumuyi
Listed among “500 most powerful people on the planet” by the Foreign Policy magazine in 2013, Pastor (Dr.) William F. Kumuyi is the founder and General Superintendent of the Deeper Christian Life Ministry (DCLM) headquartered in Lagos, Nigeria. DCLM started in 1973 as a 15-member Bible study group right in Kumuyi’s apartment at University of Lagos where he was a lecturer. His revolutionary Bible teaching on personal holiness and commitment to evangelism soon gained so much traction and resulted in a widespread revival.
