IN PURITY

Let no one despise or think less of you because of your youth, but be an example (pattern) for the believers in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith, and in purity. 1 Timothy 4:12 AMPC

Paul in his letter to Timothy warned him that because he had no long record to establish credibility, he would have to earn the respect of his people. The Greeks at the time with its cultures, subordinated youth to age. If a man did not have age, he would have to earn respect. To offset that youthfulness, Paul exhorted Timothy to be an example of those who believe "in purity". 

Timothy was to be an example in purity; that is, to live moral and clean. To Live a just and honest life; a life that far exceeds the standards of the world. To practice holy and pure living. You can overcome the world’s perception by being an example in speech, conduct, love, faith and in purity. Be diligent in these matters, do not give in to anything that will dilute your mind. It is easy to grow tired and weary in well doing but remember, we will reap if we faint not.

Further Scripture Study: Titus 1:15; 2 Timothy 2:22; Psalms 24:3-4 

Declare This: Dear God, I thank You for giving me Your Word to direct and caution my life. My heart is pure in all I do in Jesus name Amen.