Topical Encyclopedia In the biblical narrative, the concept of forming alliances or maintaining society with the enemies of God is consistently portrayed as a perilous and spiritually detrimental endeavor. The Scriptures provide numerous admonitions and examples that underscore the importance of separation from those who oppose God's will and purposes. This entry explores the biblical perspective on alliances with the enemies of God, highlighting the attitudes and actions expected of the faithful.Biblical Warnings Against Alliances The Bible frequently warns against forming alliances with those who are opposed to God. In the Old Testament, the Israelites were repeatedly instructed to avoid covenants with the pagan nations surrounding them. In Exodus 23:32-33 , God commands, "You shall make no covenant with them or with their gods. They must not remain in your land, lest they cause you to sin against Me; for if you serve their gods, it will surely be a snare to you." This directive underscores the danger of spiritual compromise and the potential for idolatry when God's people associate with His enemies. The account of King Solomon serves as a cautionary tale. Despite his wisdom, Solomon's alliances through marriage with foreign women led him to idolatry, as recorded in 1 Kings 11:1-4 : "King Solomon, however, loved many foreign women... from the nations about which the LORD had told the Israelites, 'You must not intermarry with them, for surely they will turn your hearts after their gods.' Yet Solomon clung to these women in love... and his wives turned his heart after other gods." New Testament Exhortations The New Testament continues this theme, urging believers to maintain spiritual purity and avoid partnerships with those who reject God. In 2 Corinthians 6:14-15 , the Apostle Paul writes, "Do not be unequally yoked with unbelievers. For what partnership can righteousness have with wickedness? Or what fellowship does light have with darkness? What harmony is there between Christ and Belial? Or what does a believer have in common with an unbeliever?" This passage emphasizes the fundamental incompatibility between the values of the faithful and those who oppose God. The Attitude of the Saints The saints, as exemplars of faithfulness, are called to hate and avoid alliances with God's enemies. Psalm 139:21-22 reflects the psalmist's righteous indignation: "Do I not hate those who hate You, O LORD, and detest those who rise against You? I hate them with perfect hatred; I count them as my enemies." This expression of loyalty to God highlights the importance of aligning one's affections and associations with His purposes. Practical Implications for Believers For believers, the call to avoid alliances with the enemies of God is both a spiritual and practical mandate. It requires discernment in relationships, business dealings, and social engagements. The faithful are encouraged to cultivate communities that honor God and to engage with the world in ways that reflect His holiness and truth. In summary, the biblical witness consistently advises against forming alliances with those who oppose God. The saints are called to hate and avoid such associations, maintaining their devotion and allegiance to the Lord above all else. Torrey's Topical Textbook Psalm 26:4,5I have not sat with vain persons, neither will I go in with dissemblers. Torrey's Topical Textbook Psalm 31:6 Psalm 101:7 Revelation 2:2 Library Of the Incapacity of an Unregenerate Person for Relishing the ... The Romance of Orthodoxy Period iii. The Dissolution of the Imperial State Church and the ... Period I: the Imperial State Church of the Undivided Empire, or ... part ii A Traveler's Note-Book Resources What is the World Evangelical Alliance? | GotQuestions.orgWhat is the Christian and Missionary Alliance Church? | GotQuestions.org Who was A.W. Tozer? | GotQuestions.org Alliance: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Subtopics Alliance and Society With the Enemies of God are a Proof of Folly Alliance and Society With the Enemies of God are Defiling Alliance and Society With the Enemies of God are Degrading Alliance and Society With the Enemies of God are Enslaved Alliance and Society With the Enemies of God are Ensnaring Alliance and Society With the Enemies of God are Ruinous to Moral Character Alliance and Society With the Enemies of God are Ruinous to Spiritual Interest Alliance and Society With the Enemies of God: A Call to Come out From Alliance and Society With the Enemies of God: Ahaziah Alliance and Society With the Enemies of God: Blessedness of Avoiding Alliance and Society With the Enemies of God: Blessedness of Forsaking Alliance and Society With the Enemies of God: Evil Consequences of Alliance and Society With the Enemies of God: Examples of Avoiding: Church of Ephesus Alliance and Society With the Enemies of God: Examples of Avoiding: David Alliance and Society With the Enemies of God: Examples of Avoiding: Jeremiah Alliance and Society With the Enemies of God: Examples of Avoiding: Joseph of Arimathaea Alliance and Society With the Enemies of God: Examples of Avoiding: Man of God Alliance and Society With the Enemies of God: Examples of Avoiding: Nehemiah Alliance and Society With the Enemies of God: Examples of Forsaking: Israelites Alliance and Society With the Enemies of God: Examples of Forsaking: Sons of the Priests Alliance and Society With the Enemies of God: Examples of the Judgments of God Against: Ahaziah Alliance and Society With the Enemies of God: Examples of the Judgments of God Against: Korah Alliance and Society With the Enemies of God: Exhortations to Hate and Avoid Alliance and Society With the Enemies of God: Exhortations to Shun all Inducements To Alliance and Society With the Enemies of God: Forbidden Alliance and Society With the Enemies of God: Have Led to Murder and Human Sacrifice Alliance and Society With the Enemies of God: Involve Saints in Their Guiltiness Alliance and Society With the Enemies of God: Involve Saints in Their Punishment Alliance and Society With the Enemies of God: Israel Alliance and Society With the Enemies of God: Israelites Alliance and Society With the Enemies of God: Jehoram Alliance and Society With the Enemies of God: Jehoshaphat Alliance and Society With the Enemies of God: Judas Iscariot Alliance and Society With the Enemies of God: Lead to Idolatry Alliance and Society With the Enemies of God: Means of Preservation From Alliance and Society With the Enemies of God: Persons in Authority should Denounce Alliance and Society With the Enemies of God: Pious Parents Prohibit, to Their Children Alliance and Society With the Enemies of God: Provoke God to Leave Mean to Reap the Fruits of Them Alliance and Society With the Enemies of God: Provoke the Anger of God Alliance and Society With the Enemies of God: Punishment of Alliance and Society With the Enemies of God: Rehoboam Alliance and Society With the Enemies of God: Saints are Separate From Alliance and Society With the Enemies of God: Saints Deprecate Alliance and Society With the Enemies of God: Saints Grieve to Witness in Their Brethren Alliance and Society With the Enemies of God: Saints Hate and Avoid Alliance and Society With the Enemies of God: Solomon Alliance and Society With the Enemies of God: The Wicked are Prone To Alliance and Society With the Enemies of God: The Wicked Tempt Saints To Alliance and Society With the Enemies of God: Unbecoming in Those Called Saints Alliances: Abraham and Abimelech Alliances: Between Abraham and Mamre, Eshcol, and Aner Alliances: Canaanitish Nations Against Israel Alliances: Isaac and Abimelech Alliances: Jehoshaphat and Ahab Alliances: Jehoshaphat and Ahaziah Alliances: Joshua and the Gibeonites Alliances: Moabites, Amalekites, and Ammonites Alliances: Political with Idolaters Forbidden Alliances: Ratification of by Giving the Hand Alliances: Ratification of by Oaths Alliances: Zedekiah and Pharaoh Related Terms Nebuchadnezzar (90 Occurrences) Merodach-baladan (2 Occurrences) |