Season 2 · Episode 1
It's Time to Clean House - Missionary David Aldridge
The Ashland St. Pulpit · Ashland St. Baptist Church
November 17, 202439m 59s
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Show Notes
Title: It’s Time to Clean House S2peaker: Missionary David Aldridge Scripture: Nehemiah 13:1-9 (KJV)
Message Outline:
1. Admit It
- Key Verse: Nehemiah 13:7-8
- Nehemiah discovered the sin and compromise in God’s house.
- Application:
- Recognize and confront the areas in your life and ministry where sin has crept in.
- Admitting the problem is the first step toward restoration.
- “Acknowledging our sins allows God to start the cleansing process.”
2. Abolish It
- Key Verse: Nehemiah 13:8-9
- Nehemiah took swift action, casting out Tobiah’s belongings from the temple.
- Application:
- Remove anything that stands in the way of holiness—whether habits, relationships, or compromises.
- True repentance often requires bold and immediate action.
- “Don’t just manage sin—abolish it!”
3. Ajax It (Symbolizing Purification)
- Key Verse: Nehemiah 13:9
- Nehemiah purified the chambers and restored them to their intended purpose for God.
- Application:
- Let God’s Word and Spirit cleanse and restore you.
- Daily renewal through prayer and scripture leads to spiritual cleanliness.
- “Only God can make you clean, but you must invite Him to do so.”
Takeaways:
- Admit the areas of sin and compromise (Admit It).
- Take decisive action to remove obstacles to holiness (Abolish It).
- Pursue purity through God’s power (Ajax It).
Closing Thought:
- God calls us to clean our spiritual house. Like Nehemiah, be passionate about restoring holiness and dedicating your life and worship entirely to Him.