Purity is the Way

Purity is the way – 1 Cor 6:5-6

Vs 5 – Paul continues with his diverse experiences in the Lord.  He and those of his party had been beaten, imprisoned and caused riots.  They had endured hard work, sleepless nights and hunger.  That does not sound like the prosperity gospel does it?  North American Christianity by and large knows little about persecution.  Persecution refines our belief systems.  It hardens our resolve and makes us pure.  Marc Brisbois said once, “Lord shock me now and not later.”  When you keep your eyes on Jesus and seek His face all you will see is him.

Vs 6 - They walked in purity, patience and kindness.  These were outgrowth of their suffering.  Suffering either makes you better or bitter.  They walked in the Holy Spirit and sincere love, wonderful qualities to exhibit.