Keep Things Pure

Be Aware of Hidden Enemies

After reading the Word of God they realized that they had allowed the enemy to live among them.

We must be careful to not allow enemies to take up residence in our lives.

Fear

Doubt

Worry

Un-forgiveness

Pride

These enemies don’t do anything for you; they are parasites that pull from your joy and peace.

You have to put them out of your lives.

Be Responsible for the Honor of the Church

Remember Tobiah was an irritant to the Jews

He tried to discourage them in the work

Now, he was being allowed to live in the temple

The church must stand guard against that which would bring dishonor to the Bride of Christ

Just as a husband defends the honor of his wife, Jesus will defend His bride

Matthew 16:18 NASB95

“I also say to you that you are Peter, and upon this rock I will build My church; and the gates of Hades will not overpower it.

Be discerning about what the Church embraces within its midst.

Be Intentional About Priorities

Tithe

Sabbath

Be Protective of God’s Ideals for Families

God had given instructions for the Jewish people forbidding intermarriage

While times change, God’s principles do not.

Marriage and faithfulness are bedrock principles of His Word and the two go hand in hand