Table Of Contents

1. Introduction
2. Flee From Impurity
3. Pursue God’s Purity
4. Share Godly Fellowship
5. Conclusion

Introduction

Church, today I want to speak to you about something that is absolutely vital in our walk with God—purity. We are living in a world saturated with impurity in every area of life. It surrounds us, influences us, and constantly pulls us away from God’s standard. Many have come to accept impurity as a lifelong struggle, believing there is no true freedom. But I want you to know this: there is hope, and there is victory in Christ. Through the Gospel of water and the Spirit, we can overcome the sin of impurity. When we are baptized into Christ—dying and rising with Him—we receive new life, and the Holy Spirit dwells within us, empowering us to live differently.

By faith in the Gospel of water and the Spirit, living a life of purity is not impossible; rather, it is the natural outcome of a life transformed by right faith and sound doctrine. Purity is also the result of a life lived in accountability. It matters because it reflects the authenticity of our faith, and when we live with the awareness that God sees us and that our conduct affects those around us, we are compelled to turn away from sin and walk in a way that honors Him. In today’s message, we will explore three key defenses to guard and maintain purity in our lives: fleeing from impurity, pursuing God’s purity, and walking in godly fellowship.

Flee From Impurity

The first instruction is clear: flee from impurity. Do not entertain it, negotiate with it, or try to manage it—run from it. Just as Paul instructed Timothy, we must take impurity seriously and deal with it decisively.

To help us understand how to flee, we use the acronym FLEE:

• Fear God – Recognize the seriousness of sin and its consequences. The fear of God reminds us that He sees everything and that we are accountable to Him. The Gospel of water and the Spirit teaches us that we have been cleansed and set apart, so we must honor God with our lives.
• Look Away – Practice zero tolerance toward anything that stirs impurity. Guard your eyes and your thoughts. Whether it comes through media, environments, or people, turn away immediately. Purity begins in the heart and mind.
• Eliminate – Remove anything that becomes a source of temptation. This may include habits, platforms, relationships, or environments that feed sinful desires.
• Evade – Avoid situations and influences that draw you toward sin. Don’t place yourself in compromising environments. Wisdom means staying far from the edge, not testing your limits.

Fleeing impurity is about taking decisive action. The battle is real, but we are not fighting with our own strength. Through the indwelling Holy Spirit, given through the Gospel of water and the Spirit, we have the power to overcome.

Pursue God’s Purity

Fleeing alone is not enough. If we only remove impurity without filling our lives with righteousness, we leave ourselves vulnerable. That is why the second command is to pursue righteousness, faith, love, and peace. Purity is not just about what we avoid, it is about what we actively pursue. We must fill our hearts with God’s Word, cultivate a life of prayer, meditate on truth and delight in God’s presence.

Just like an empty vessel must be filled, our hearts must be filled with the things of God. This is where the Gospel becomes central. When we remember that Jesus has already cleansed us through His baptism (water) and His death (blood), we are reminded of our identity as new creations. We are no longer slaves to sin.

Practically, this pursuit involves:

• Confession – When we fall or stumble, we bring it immediately before God. We do not hide it. We acknowledge it and align ourselves again with His truth.
• Obedience – We submit to God’s Word, allowing it to shape our decisions and actions.
• Meditation – We store Scripture in our hearts and recall it in moments of temptation. God’s Word becomes our weapon.

This pursuit is not passive—it requires intentional effort. We must actively confess, obey, and meditate on God’s Word, filling our hearts with righteousness, faith, love, and peace. As we do this, relying on the Holy Spirit, God strengthens us to stand against impurity and to walk in a way that’s pleasing to Him.

Share Godly Fellowship

The final key to maintaining purity is fellowship. The Scripture says we are to pursue righteousness “with those who call on the Lord out of a pure heart.” This reminds us that we are accountable in two ways: first to God, and second to one another within the Church of God. We are not meant to walk this journey alone. Christianity is not an individual pursuit—it is a shared life within the body of Christ. The church is not just a gathering—it is a body. We are connected, and how we live affects those around us. When we walk in purity, we strengthen others. But when we live carelessly, we can cause others to stumble. This is why godly fellowship is essential in our pursuit of purity. 

Godly fellowship provides encouragement in times of weakness, accountability in times of temptation and support in times of struggle. When we isolate ourselves, we become vulnerable. The enemy works in isolation, but strength is found in unity. As Scripture reminds us in Ecclesiastes 4:12, a cord of three strands is not easily broken. In the church, we must be willing to open up and share struggles with trusted, mature believers, support and carry one another’s burdens and create an environment of grace, not condemnation.

Born again elects are to remain committed to gathering and engaging with the church. Fellowship, worship, and hearing God’s Word are not optional, they are essential for our spiritual well-being. In a world filled with impurity, the church becomes a place where we are strengthened, renewed, and reminded of who we are in Christ through the Gospel of water and the Spirit. As we walk together in unity and accountability, we guard our hearts and help one another remain steadfast in purity.

Conclusion

Church, purity matters. It is not just a moral standard—it is a reflection of our new life in Christ. Through the Gospel of water and the Spirit, we have been made new. The Holy Spirit now dwells in us, giving us the power to live a life that pleases God. There is hope for every believer. No matter your past or your present struggle, God has made a way for you to live in freedom. When you walk in purity, you will begin to experience deeper intimacy with God, greater discernment, and the blessings that come from a life aligned with Him. Remember this: purity is not achieved by human effort alone—it is the result of a life surrendered to God, grounded in the true Gospel, and empowered by the Holy Spirit.