The Importance of Purity - Pastor Jonathan Falwell

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Today, we continue our study in 1 Corinthians as Paul gives a pointed correction to the church at Corinth. He now moves from encouragement and a focus on unity to an attack on the sin the church has accepted in its ranks.

1. The importance of purity
1 Cor. 5:1-8
• Corinth was an immoral city, and this acceptance of immorality was taking root within the church. What is indicated here is acceptance and/or apathy towards sin in the church.
• “you are puffed up, and have not rather mourned” indicates the church was proud of its service and its “open mindedness” while ignoring sin within the ranks
• “deliver such a one to Satan” refers to how the church should pray for correction and consequence in the sinner’s life which would either turn him back to Christ or reveal his true self

2. The value of reputation
A. The company you keep
1 Cor. 5:9-13
• This section deals with our testimony. It is important to note we are called to be holy, to stand out, in an unholy world. Our acceptance of sin within the church takes away that uniqueness.
• We are not responsible for the sin of the world, but we are absolutely responsible for the sin within the church
• Excusing or ignoring sin within the church is the quickest and easiest way to strip the church of its power and impact.

B. The actions you take
1 Cor. 6:1-8
• Paul tells them to stop making a mockery of their faith by allowing the world to rule in their disputes
• As brothers and sisters in Christ, we should treat each other differently

3. The danger of apathy
A. Playing with fire
1 Cor. 6:12-20
• This is a unique, yet vitally important, passage regarding the significance of sexual sin
• This type of sin is remarkably different than any other sin because it is a sin against our own bodies which are the creation of God
• Verse 18 indicates the significant long term damage sexual sin does to the mind and body


Proverbs 6:27-29 (NLT)

B. Gambling with your future
1 Cor. 6:9-11

1 Cor. 6:9-11 (NLT)
• Be different, be holy because Christ has redeemed us once and for all

Action Points:

1. Be aware of sin by being aware of the Word
2. Allow the Word and His work to protect you from the temptations of the world
3. Focus on the good things God gives, not the destructive garbage Satan gives

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