Our closest relationships should help us follow Christ, not pull us away from Him!

Key Scripture:

“Be ye not unequally yoked together with unbelievers: for what fellowship hath righteousness with unrighteousness? and what communion hath light with darkness?”

2 Corinthians 6:14 (KJV)

What Does “Equally Yoked” Mean?

A yoke was a wooden device used to join two animals together so they could work as one. For the animals to work effectively, they needed to be compatible in size, strength, and direction.

Paul uses this picture to teach us about relationships.

To be equally yoked means to be joined closely with someone who shares your fundamental commitment to following Christ.

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