Purity Sermon Outlines

Title: "Pursuing Purity: Embracing God's Standard"

Introduction:

Start with a brief explanation of purity and its significance in a world filled with moral challenges.

Share a biblical verse that emphasizes the importance of purity, such as Psalm 119:9 - "How can a young person stay on the path of purity? By living according to your word."

I. Understanding Purity

A. Defining Purity

Explain what purity means from a biblical perspective: living in moral and spiritual integrity, free from defilement.

Discuss the contrast between the world's view of purity and God's standard.

B. God's Call to Holiness

Refer to 1 Peter 1:15-16 - "But just as he who called you is holy, so be holy in all you do; for it is written: 'Be holy, because I am holy.'"

Emphasize that God calls His people to be set apart and pursue a life of holiness.

II. The Battle for Purity

A. Identifying Temptations

Discuss common challenges and temptations that threaten purity in today's world.

Encourage openness and honesty in acknowledging areas of struggle.

B. The Consequences of Impurity

Refer to Galatians 6:7-8 - "Do not be deceived: God cannot be mocked. A man reaps what he sows. Whoever sows to please their flesh, from the flesh will reap destruction."

Discuss the negative effects of impurity on relationships, self-worth, and spiritual well-being.

III. Walking in Purity

A. Guarding the Heart and Mind

Refer to Proverbs 4:23 - "Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it."

Discuss the importance of monitoring what enters our hearts and minds to maintain purity.

B. Embracing God's Word

Refer to Psalm 119:11 - "I have hidden your word in my heart that I might not sin against you."

Encourage regular study and meditation on God's Word as a means of building spiritual strength and resisting temptation.

C. Prayer and Accountability

Share the importance of prayer in seeking God's help and strength in the pursuit of purity.

Emphasize the significance of having accountability partners to support and encourage one another in the journey.

IV. Extending Grace and Restoration

A. Understanding God's Grace

Refer to Ephesians 2:8-9 - "For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God."

Emphasize that God's grace is available to all, regardless of past mistakes.

B. Repentance and Restoration

Refer to 1 John 1:9 - "If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness."

Discuss the process of repentance and the assurance of God's forgiveness and restoration.

Conclusion:

Recap the main points of the sermon: understanding purity, recognizing the battle, walking in purity, and extending grace.

Encourage the congregation to embrace God's standard of purity, seeking His help through prayer, and relying on His Word.

Ref Bible Verses - 1 John 1:5-9, Matthew 5:8, Psalm 119:9, 1 Timothy 4:12, 1 Corinthians 6:18, Hebrews 13:4, Psalm 51:10, Leviticus 10:10-11, Matthew 15:10-11, Hebrews 10:22