We are called to be different from the world. The process of being set apart from the world is called sanctification. The old testament story of Abraham shows a beautiful example of this set apart. God called Abraham to separate himself from his people. In doing this, Abraham becomes a living example of sanctification. He obeyed God and followed the Lord away from his people and into a beautiful blessing and promise. Abraham left his old life, but he tried to take a little bit of that old life in the form of his nephew Lot. As time passed, that relationship with Lot caused a conflict. When God calls us out, the best thing to do is to cast off all that God requires and follow Him and His plan. The idea of Holiness and separation is a God-given plan. From Exodus through the end of the bible, the concept of separateness and being set apart is a central theme. Holiness and separation is not a set of rules and burdens. It is a blessing and an opportunity to draw closer to God in our lives.