Pure religion is the antithesis to the vain religion of this world. James 1:26-27 shows us that there is such a thing as pure religion and we must pursue it. Let me give you the bottom line up front - vain religion is concerned about appearance before men, but pure religion is concerned about appearance before God. Whether or not your religion is pure will be determined by whether or not you live for men or for God.

We must abhor vain religion, but we must equally embrace pure religion. So, what is pure religion and how do we embrace it? James 1:26-27 provides the answer for us.

Pure religion is revealed in three ways: