1 Samuel 29:3

DAVID'S host wanted to mingle with the Philistines' army: this was decidedly wrong; and it is wrong when God's people unite with the world, contrary to His holy word. We may ask, "What do these Christians here?" What do they joining with the world? Their Master has told them to "come out and be separate." What do they seeking a settlement below. He has said, "Arise ye, and depart, this is not your rest." What do they out of the path of duty, or by their presence sanctioning sin? He has said,...

If you are reproached for the name of Christ, blessed are you, for the Spirit of glory and of God rests upon you. On their part He is blasphemed, but on your part He is glorified. But let none of you suffer as a murderer, a thief, an evildoer, or as a busybody in other people’s matters.Do not let your good be spoken of as evil. § [Have] your conduct honorable among the Gentiles.Do not be unequally yoked together with unbelievers. For what fellowship has righteousness with...