Sermons on Congregational Purity:

Wait And See SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Oct 28, 2023

Help my congregation to see what God does when we give Him all we have.

Good morning, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. As we gather here today, we find ourselves standing on the precipice of a new day, a day filled with the promise of God's love and the potential for His divine intervention in our lives. We are here to embark on a journey of faith, a journey that ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-14

Topics: Giving God Everything

The Old Path PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 29, 2023

To encourage the congregation to seek and follow the old path of righteousness, despite its challenges, for it leads to spiritual rest and fulfillment.

Good morning, family. I want to talk today about the importance of righteousness, specifically focusing on the old path of righteousness and the benefits that come from following it. It's a path you've all heard about before, but it's vital that we don't lose sight of it in our walk with God. The ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 6:16

Topics: Path, Righteousness

The Old Path PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 29, 2023

Encourage the congregation to return to the old path of faith, love, justice, and compassion for it leads to eternal life and divine restoration.

Good morning, church family. As we gather here today, we are reminded of God's unwavering love for us and his eternal promise of restoration. As we open our hearts and minds to the divine word, let us reflect on the profound wisdom of Jeremiah 6:16, "Thus says the LORD: Stand by the roads, and ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 6:16

Topics: Eternal Life

When You've Been With Jesus

Contributed by Ray Swift on Jul 22, 2004

God’s Word calls the believer to live a life of holiness and purity. This can only be possible when one is willing to spend time with Jesus. The results is you will not be the same.

FB, Cherokee July 18, 2004 Sunday Morning When You’ve Been With Jesus John 4:13-29a Intro.: (# 2a) Every once and a while my wife will say something like, “You’re acting like your brother.” What she really means is stop acting like a jerk. Sometimes when our kids have been away with their ...read more

Scripture: John 4:13-29

Denomination: Baptist

The Spiritually Pure Church Series

Contributed by Phillip Day on Jan 31, 2007

What defines a spiritually pure church? Paul uses Colossians 3 to expound on how changed lives and a new standard of excellence create a purity in the church that is pleasing to God.

The Spiritually Pure Church Colossians 3:1-17 I. Different Demands on Your Life (v. 1-4) a. New perception (v. 1-2) i. Vision like the Spirit (Romans 8:5) ii. Obstacle without it (Matthew 16:23) b. Reasons for the new demands (v. 3-4) i. Death of the old nature (Romans 6:2, 11; 1 ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Blessed Are The Pure In Heart Series

Contributed by Art Campbell on Aug 1, 2007

How can we attain purity in a world that is anything but pure? By being purified by Christ, having a pure devotion to Christ, and living a pure life that flows from these.

Blessed are the Pure in Heart Matt 5.8 "Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God" Purity is not very fashionable nowadays. • Camera advert - deception is a common theme in advertising • Free sex is an assumed part of society • God is unwanted in public life But Jesus says it is the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:8

Denomination: Baptist

Living The Good Life PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 13, 2025

This sermon urges us to quiet life’s noise, discern truth from deception, and pursue purity and integrity in our homes and hearts through God’s guidance.

If you’ve ever stood in a room where a dozen radios are on at once, you know the feeling of fatigue that follows. Voices everywhere. Opinions everywhere. Promises that sound pleasant but leave you empty. Maybe your week has felt that way. Maybe your home has heard more noise than nourishment, more ...read more

Scripture: Titus 1:10-16

Topics: Good Life, Virtue

Show And Tell Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Dec 6, 2012

We are sent out to live the life of faith. Through caring conversations, devotions, service and rituals/traditions we remember our baptism in the home, congregation and larger world.

Matthew 28:16-20 “Show and Tell” INTRODUCTION Our thoughts today center on the last verses in the gospel of Matthew, which are called, “The Great Commission.” These verses remind us that like our time, talents and treasures, the gift of the gospel—our new life ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20

Denomination: Lutheran

While We Wait

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jun 22, 2018

We are commanded to pray for the Master to send forth harvesters into His harvest fields while we wait for His return. The message is a call for us to fulfil His charge.

“Jesus went throughout all the cities and villages, teaching in their synagogues and proclaiming the gospel of the kingdom and healing every disease and every affliction. When he saw the crowds, he had compassion for them, because they were harassed and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:35-38

Denomination: Baptist

The Good Minister Of Jesus Christ

Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Mar 16, 2016

The ministry of the Church must consist of individuals who possess a genuine divine call and direction, as well as adequate preparation, and they must have the undivided support of their congregations and church leadership.

The Good Minister of Jesus Christ Study Text: 1 Timothy 4: 6 – 16 6 You've been raised on the Message of the faith and have followed sound teaching. Now pass on this counsel to the Christians there, and you'll be a good servant of Jesus. 7 Stay clear of silly stories that get dressed up as ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:6-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Blessed Are The Pure In Heart Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Oct 27, 2007

God is concerned with the condition of our heart. We are to seek purity of heart in two ways: (1) be right, and (2) be true. Our words and deeds must be in sync with our heart.

Noticed Jesus did not say “Blessed are the pure…” which is correct too. • But He said, “Blessed are the pure IN HEART.” The emphasis is right. • Man concerns the outward – we want to look good, to make an impression. • We need to place more emphasis on what is unseen – the attitudes of our ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God's Definition Of Marriage Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Jan 28, 2018

America doesn't have a homosexual problem; we have a human sexual problem. If you consider yourself a Christian, God expects all of us to practice sexual purity.

INTRODUCTION Today I’m going to talk about “God’s Definition of Marriage.” This is the most popular trending topic today since the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that same-sex marriage is legal in all 50 states. However, I’m not just speaking today in reaction to this ruling. Most of you know I teach ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Christian Challenge Sermon Iv: Getting To The Heart Of The Matter Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Dec 11, 2019

In times like these, Christians are challenged to prove their love for God by purity of living, which sets an example for those who may be struggling with issues of infidelity versus true love.

CHRISTIAN CHALLENGE SERMON IV: GETTING TO THE HEART OF THE MATTER “If everyone else jumped off a cliff, would you do it, too?” If I heard it once, I heard it a thousand times growing up. The point is: Just because everyone else is doing it doesn’t make it right. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:27-30

The Danger Of Hypocrisy

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 29, 2025

Hypocrisy is the act of pretending to be something one is not, especially in matters of faith and morality. Jesus rebuked the Pharisees for their hypocrisy, exposing their focus on outward appearances while neglecting inner purity.

Title: THE DANGER OF HYPOCRISY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 23:25-28 Supporting Texts: Luke 12:1-2, 1 Samuel 16:7, Proverbs 26:24-26, Galatians 6:7-8, James 1:22-24 INTRODUCTION: Hypocrisy is the act of pretending to be something one is not, especially in matters of faith and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:25-28, Luke 12:1-2, 1 Samuel 16:7, Proverbs 26:24-26, Galatians 6:7-8, James 1:22-24  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Paul's Advent Prayer For The Thessalonians

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Nov 28, 2003

reflection on a part of Paul’s prayer for his Thessalonian congregation. Nothing flashy here, just straight forward stuff.

November 30, 2003 1 Thessalonians 3:9-13 Whenever you go through a death in the family, it is obviously a difficult time. Within the past two weeks I’ve had more emotions run through me than trains at Grand Central Station. But as I look back at the two past weeks, I wouldn’t trade those ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 3:9-13

Denomination: Lutheran