Secret sin harms the community. The Community is obligated to deal with sin.

After fearful retreat, God cleanses and bandages the wound then starts on a process of recovery by providing in 4 ways.

Sin and complacency In this world there are things that are sinful that we see, and some we may not see, or not want to see, and really not want to address. This morning we are addressing what will sin do to the church. (Brownies picture inserted here) Story/Illustration: Special ingredient brownies…

Big Idea: Remove the presence and influence of evil from among you.

Commit to God

1 “I am the true vine, and my Father is the gardener. 2 He cuts off every branch in me that bears no fruit, while every branch that does bear fruit he prunes so that it will be even more fruitful. 3 You are already clean because of the word I have spoken to you. 4 Remain in me, and I will remain in you.…