Date: June 7, 2020 ()

Bible Text: Ezra 9-10 |

Ezra 9-10

“Christians can never sin cheaply; they pay a heavy price for iniquity. Transgression destroys peace of mind, obscures fellowship with Jesus, hinders prayer, brings darkness over the soul; therefore be not the serf and bondman of sin.”-CH Spurgeon

The purpose of separation Key Verse: “He shall separate himself from...unto the Lord” (Numbers 6:1-12)

  • Not:
    • Because they were a superior people - Deuteronomy 7:6-8; 1 Corinthians 1:26-29
    • To live in a communal lifestyle - John 17:14-16; 1 Corinthians 5:9-10
  • It was to help them:
    • Avoid false worship - 1 Peter 1:15-16; Philippians 2:15
    • Avoid worldly tendencies - 2 Corinthians 6:14-17; James 4:4; Romans 12:1-2
    • 3.Identify as God's people - 1 Peter 2:9-10
  • Lessons from Church History

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