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Maintaining Purity in a Modern Society: A Christian Perspective

In a world where "anything goes," Christians are challenged to uphold purity amidst societal indulgence. Scriptures like 1 Timothy 5:22 and James 3:17 guide believers in making choices that reflect their faith. The alcohol industry's influence, the rising divorce rates, and the pressures around modesty are examined through a biblical lens. This exploration encourages self-reflection and integrity, emphasizing that true freedom comes from living a life aligned with God's principles. Discover how to navigate life's temptations while remaining steadfast in purity.

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Maintaining Purity in a Modern Society: A Christian Perspective

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  1. KEEP THYSELF PURE! I Timothy 5:22 James 3:17 Titus 1:15

  2. An “Anything Goes” Society • “An exercise in self indulgence.” • “Freedom’s just another word for nothing left to lose.” Janice Joplin • How does the Christian behave in this kind of society? • “Keep thyself pure!”

  3. Purity and the Alcohol Industry • Schools need the tax money. Health services need the tax money. • Should we poison our grandchildren for a dollar? • Prov. 23:29-35; Lev. 10:9 • Rom. 13:13; Gal. 5:21; I Peter 4:3 • “Methais” – drunken • “Komois” – excess, debauchery. • “Potios” – drinking party – anticipating getting “a buzz”. Reveling – inhibitions removed. • Do you know any one who drinks, who hasn’t been drunk?

  4. Purity and Marriage (Industry) • Divorce rate. Adultery rate. Misery rate. • “No government has the right to bind two people together.” • The world is full of temptation and failure. • Yet – many “keep it together.” – Matt. 19 • Prov. 7:7-27; Mal. 2:24 • We need to be purists about marriage.

  5. Purity and Integrity • Job 2:3 – Job is “whole”. • Any one can cheat. Lie. Steal. Set the wrong example. • In fact, most of us have. • When we become “whole” we’ll stop the sins. • Sometimes we’ll be insensitive, or insincere, or stupid, or we’ll misrepresent something. • But that’s not our intent. Intentionally we’re servants of God.

  6. Purity and “Dress” • I Timothy 2:9 • How far do you trust men? Or women? • Jimmy and Linda. • Who do you ask about modesty? Your boyfriend? • Candy rots your teeth and makes you fat? Should we take it off the market? • Ask God.

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