Alive and Pure | Branches

There's something uncomfortable most of us would rather avoid: the reality of our own sin. But here's the truth — you can't be fully alive until you're honest about the darkness. In this message from the "Branches" series, Pastor Ben Kuerth opens 1 John 1:1–2:2 to help us face the crisis of sin head-on — and discover the stunning solution that only Jesus provides. His sacrificial death and resurrection don't just forgive the past; they cleanse us completely and restore our relationship with God. The resurrection isn't just a historical fact — it's a transformative power that grants a new identity, eternal life, and confident fellowship with God. Just like sunlight exposes the grime on a window, God's light reveals what's hidden in our hearts. And only one thing can truly clean it: the blood of Jesus. You don't have to stay stuck. You can come alive to resurrection power. You can be Alive and Pure. 

📖 Primary Scripture: 1 John 1:1–2:2 

📖 Supporting Text: John 15:1-4 | Acts 2:14, 32-41