When we take delight in the company of those outside the faith, the risk of mimicking their behavior threatens our allegiance to Christ as Lord. Rubbing elbows with people who embrace a life of 'moral relativism' has a corrupting influence ... Do not be deceived: 'Bad company ruins good morals'. (1 Corinthians 15:33)
Befriending unsaved people in a vain attempt to change their carnal approach to life is fruitless. You've unwittingly given them permission to stay on a path of destruction by accepting them as a companion ... Do you not know that friendship with the world is enmity with God? (James 4:4)
We should lovingly witness to those who are lost ... not commune with them as if the Gospel of Jesus Christ is a peripheral subject that can be addressed at a more appropriate (or convenient) time. It is an urgent matter according to Scripture ... Behold, now is the accepted time; behold, now is the day of salvation. (2 Corinthians 6:2)
The people we surround ourselves with greatly influence our beliefs, actions, and outlook on life. We are also swayed by what we read, see, and hear in today's media ... Do not be unequally yoked together with unbelievers. For what fellowship has righteousness with lawlessness? And what communion has light with darkness? (2 Corinthians 6:14)
Exposing ourselves to that which runs contrary to the Holy Spirit's imparted wisdom stunts our growth as believers ... 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. (Romans 12:2)
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