Pure in Heart: Warriors for God

Matthew 5:8

We've all heard that God is coming back for a glorious church. One that is pure, without spot or wrinkle.

How do we prepare for this?

1. Know how to exercise our faith. We are responsible for developing our faith. We can seek guidance and training from our pastors. Ultimately, it is up to us to seek it. 2 Corinthians 5:7

2. Be confident in our identity in God. We are children of God, made in His image. Heirs of God, joint heirs with Jesus Christ.

3. Be confident in our authority. Luke 10:19 - Behold, I give you the authority to trample on serpents and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy, and nothing shall by any means hurt you.

4. Know how to effectively use our weapons of warfare. Not physical weapons, but spiritual weapons. 2 Corinthians 10:3-4, Ephesians 6. The Word of God is an offensive weapon. Living and powerful declarations etc. Heb 4:12 - living and powerful and sharper than and two edged sword. We can speak the Word out into our lives, declare His blessings.

All of which are required to be an effective warrior.

Last of all, we need to make sure we are right with God. Living pure and holy lives.

Pure in heart - Matthew 5:8. This is accomplished by being in His presence all the time.