In Jeremiah 15, we see a profound tension between God’s judgment and His love. At the end of the chapter, God speaks of separating the precious from the vile, calling Jeremiah to be His mouthpiece. This passage highlights an important truth: it’s not enough to merely separate ourselves from sinful people and their actions. While we are called to be holy and set apart, this doesn’t mean we should isolate ourselves from the world or look upon sinners with only indignation.

God’s heart is not one of mere separation but of redemption. He loves every person, even those steeped in sin, and desires their repentance and return to Him. As followers of Christ, we are called to reflect that same love and concern. Rather than isolating ourselves or being content with indignation toward the sin we see around us, we are to engage with the world in love, warning them of the coming judgment and offering the hope of salvation.

Jesus modeled this perfectly. He spent time with sinners, not to condone their sin, but to call them to repentance and offer them the life that only He could give. We are called to do the same—to love the lost and to be bold in warning them of the danger they face without God.

In essence, true holiness isn’t just about separating from sin; it’s about being the light that draws others out of darkness. If we truly love as God loves, we will go beyond indignation and strive to bring others into the safety of God’s grace.