But what about us of the evangelical persuasion with our biblical approach to fundamental New Testament truth and teaching? We must ask ourselves why the oil of God is not flowing very noticeably around us. We have the truth. We believe in the anointing and the unction. Why is the oil not flowing?
I think the reason is that we are tolerant of evil. We allow what God hates because we want to be known to the world as good-natured, agreeable Christians. Our stance indicates that the last thing we would want anyone to say about us is that we are narrow-minded.
The way to spiritual power and favor with God is to be willing to put away the weak compromises and the tempting evils to which we are prone to cling. There is no Christian victory or blessing if we refuse to turn away from the things that God hates.
Even if your wife loves it, turn away from it.
Even if your husband loves it, turn away from it.
Even if it is accepted in the whole social class and system of which you are a part, turn away from it.
Even if it is something that has come to be accepted by our whole generation, turn away from it if it is evil and wrong and an offense to our holy and righteous Savior.
One man considers one day more sacred than another; another man considers every day alike. Each one should be fully convinced in his own mind. Romans 14:5
As believers we are personally responsible to diligently study God's Word, trusting the Holy Spirit for illumination. We are to form personal convictions to govern our daily living, whether in agreement with secular or church culture or counter to it. We are responsible to God.
I want to follow You, Lord, no matter what others think or do. By Your Spirit, show me Your will.