(A message preached in Oradea, Romania at a Sabbath afternoon meeting by Rev Ivan Foster. Mr Florin Motiu translates the message into Romanian. Mr Motiu is a Reformed Baptist preacher who is seeking to establish a separated Bible witness in his native city. See www.predici-reformate.com)

Separation is no new doctrine. It is not the invention of the Free Presbyterian Church of Ulster or any other separated denomination. We are not necessarily living a separated life just because we attend a separated church. Biblical separation is not limited to denominational affiliations. Separation is a doctrine which impacts upon the whole man, the whole of our life and behaviour. Here in this chapter we have clear teaching on separation. Separation is, in essence, God's purpose for all of His people.