in this study what is the christian’s heart? what does it mean to be pure? purity of heart in...
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In This StudyWhat is the Christian’s heart?What does it mean to be pure?Purity of heart in the BibleGod’s part in purifying the
heartBiblical examples of
pure/impure hearts
In This Study Qualities of a pure heart The polluted heart How can I purify my heart? How can I maintain a pure heart? Purity throughout life Purity in the Lord’s church The purity of God’s word
In This StudyChallenges to the pure heart –
conscience, doubt, guilt, sincerity, ignorance, temptations, forgiveness, worldliness, patience, spiritual boredom, etc.
In This StudyThe rewards of a pure heart –
Hope, a good conscience, fellowship with God, answered prayers, God’s blessings, a home in heaven
Why This StudyThe heart is at the foundation of
everything we do Prov. 4:23 Obviously not the blood pump The seat of our intellect, emotions, attitudes, thoughts and willWithout it – life is vain (cf. 1 Cor. 13:1-3)
Why This StudyOur need to be close to God
Matt. 5:8 – to see God Psa. 15:1-2 dwelling in His presence depends upon a godly heart (cf. Psa. 24:3-5) Does He dwell in us? Eph. 3:17, Rom. 8:11, Jn. 14:23
Why This StudyThe heart has a direct bearing on how we treat each other as
brethren 1 Pet. 1:22 If our heart is right, we will properly care about and for one another
Why This StudyIf we desire to win others to Christ, it begins with a pure
heart The way we influence the world will correlate to the quality of our hearts Matt. 5:13-16
Why This Study
A pure heart will cause us to live to be a positive influence
within our environment We need purity of heart in our homes, at work, in the community and within the church.
Why This StudyA pure heart is an important element in our security as
Christians God despises the hypocrite! It can make us more sure of our salvation, etc.Prov. 17:3,Jer. 17:10, 1 Thess. 2:4 – He tests our hearts
In God’s word Psa. 24:3-5, “Who may
ascend into the hill of the LORD? Or who may stand in His holy place? He who has clean hands and a pure heart, Who has not lifted up his soul to an idol, Nor sworn deceitfully…”
In God’s word Psa. 73:1, “Truly God is
good to Israel, To such as are pure in heart.”
In God’s word Proverbs 22:11, “He who
loves purity of heart And has grace on his lips, The king will be his friend.”
In God’s word Matt. 5:8, “Blessed are the
pure in heart, for they shall see God.”
In God’s word 1 Tim. 1:5, “Now the
purpose of the commandment is love from a pure heart, from a good conscience, and from sincere faith,”
In God’s word 2 Tim. 2:22, “Flee also
youthful lusts; but pursue righteousness, faith, love, peace with those who call on the Lord out of a pure heart.”
In God’s word 1 Pet. 1:22, “Since you
have purified your souls in obeying the truth through the Spirit in sincere love of the brethren, love one another fervently with a pure heart.”
In God’s word James 4:8, “Draw near to
God and He will draw near to you. Cleanse your hands, you sinners; and purify your hearts, you double-minded.”
In God’s wordActs 15:9, “and made no
distinction between us and them, purifying their hearts by faith.”
In God’s wordOther descriptions of the heart Psa. 51:10, Prov. 20:9 – a
clean heart 1 Pet. 3:15 – sanctify Him in
your heart Heb. 10:22 – a true heart 1 Thess. 3:12-13 establish
your hearts blameless in holiness
Is your heart right with God?