3 Bible Verses about Not Imitating Evil

Therefore, observe and practice everything they urge upon you, but do not follow their example [of living] because they say [the right things] but do not do them.

So, do not be like them, for your Father [already] knows what things you need, [even] before you ask Him.

So, I tell you this, and insist [on it] by [the authority of] the Lord: Do not continue to live with worthless thoughts as [unconverted] Gentiles do.