Don’t get comfy
In Titus 1:15-16, Paul describes unbelievers as having a defiled mind. Clearly not walking on eggshells, he then sums up their lifestyle as abominable, disobedient and reprobate. He even calls their bluff on their false Christianity:
They profess that they know God; but in works they deny Him. Titus 1:16
Nowadays, Paul would be accused of labeling or legalistic judging. But his words echo true regardless.
We should look at those who deny God and admit: “Between us and you there is a great gulf fixed” (Luke 16:26). We aren’t two peas in a pod. Wise Amos asks the question: “Can two walk together, except they be agreed?” (Amos 3:3) He isn’t defending a nose-in-the-air, holier-than-thou crusade; he’s explaining that the ‘buddy system’ doesn’t always work. Light and darkness don’t mix.
If you are trusting in Christ as your Savior, He has transformed you into a new creature & called you to purity. Don’t be surprised if you feel uncomfortable around unbelievers. Be surprised if you don’t.
(Bonus: Pastor Doug Wilson touches on the topic.)
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