Christ demands peace and purity in His church. May we strive for both with a fervent and righteous passion to see God’s glory manifested among His people.

In summary, purity and peace are interconnected virtues that reflect the character of God and His desires for His people. They are both gifts and responsibilities for believers, calling them to live lives that honor God and promote harmony with others.

The wisdom from above is first of all pure, then peaceful, courteous, not self-willed, full of compassion and kind actions, free from favouritism and from all insincerity.

To finish the Christian race, persevere in the pursuit of peace and purity. The paragraph goes through 12:17, but for the sake of time, we’ll save 12:15-17 for next week. Our text brings up three matters: perseverance (12:12-13); peace, and purity (12:14).

So flee youthful passions and pursue righteousness, faith, love, and peace, along with those who call on the Lord from a pure heart.

The New Testament letters attributed to Paul reveal the struggles of the early church to maintain peace, unity, and purity. Paul asks the Philippian church to help repair the relationship between two of its members.

May 25, 2014 · For there cannot be true peace and unity in the church without purity. God calls us not only to contend earnestly for the faith (Jude 3) but to eagerly maintain the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace (Eph. 4:3).

4 days ago · These blessings can also manifest as a closer bond with others, nurtured by love and respect. Let us remember that purity pays us back in joy and fulfillment! Proverbs 22:11 “One who loves a pure heart and who speaks with grace will have the king for a friend.” – Proverbs 22:11. Psalm 119:9 “How can a young person stay on the path of ...

Nov 1, 2004 · Are you doing things that might disrupt the peace or holiness of the church? Go to the Lord in prayer, and ask whether you might be exhibiting divisiveness or whether you are unconcerned with the church’s purity. Whatever the case, take steps to further the peace and purity of your church.

But the wisdom from above is first of all pure, then peace-loving, gentle, accommodating, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial, and sincere.