Obtaining holiness does not mean leave society.

Over the years many have come to the conclusion that to be holy they must leave society or become isolated. They think if they can leave the difficulties of life and possible escape sinful temptations they will become more holy. As JC Ryle says “no bolts or bars can keep out the devil and that, where ever we go, we carry the root of all evil our own hearts.” 

Jesus has told us just the opposite of hiding! He wants us to grow to be more like Him(holiness) in the midst of the world! Using the power of the Holy Spirit to overcome sin and live holy lives so God can receive all the glory and honor. Look at these verses:

John 17:15 I do not pray that You should take them out of the world, but that You should keep them from the evil one.

Matthew 5:16 Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven.

Philippians 2:15 that you may become blameless and harmless, children of God without fault in the midst of a crooked and perverse generation, among whom you shine as lights in the world,

Romans 12:2 And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is that good and acceptable and perfect will of God.

As members of the church of Jesus Christ let us stand as lights of His, in the darkness of this world, becoming more holy each day, as we serve King Jesus!

We are stronger together not in isolation!

Tom