Let’s be
honest here. The title peeked your curiosity,
but we need to make this stuff clear, y’all.
We all know by now that the Bible teaches that sex is a good thing
within the right context. That it is a unitive act that is intended to bring together
(unite) husband and wife in
closeness.
We also know
that the Bible commands us to actively practice and pursue purity. In fact, Jesus
said when put in lustful situations, we are to remove and throw away whatever causes
us to sin (see Matthew 5:27-28).
But here’s
the real point I want to make. Sexual purity is not just about the physical
acts, but about what happens in your heart.
Purity isn’t just about how you behave and react-it begins in your
soul.
Why is sex and
sexual sin such a big deal? Well, beyond going against God and His Word (aka:
sin), sex outside of the biblical boundaries of marriage is sinning against
your own body (see 1 Corinthians 6:18).
How are we
to respond to such temptations?
- Flee. Seriously, get away from it. Make like Joseph in Potiphar’s house and literally run away from compromising situations (Genesis 39:11-12, 1 Corinthians 6:18).
- Have some self-control for crying out loud. We don’t have to gratify our every desire.
- Walk in obedience to God and His Word-the Bible says you will be blessed by doing so (James 1:25).
Another thing to remember is that our bodies are the temple of the Holy Spirit, GOD Himself. Whatever we do, we involve God in it as well. We must be careful to guard our hearts, control our thoughts, and keep our bodies holy for Him. It really doesn't matter what the world says is OK, it's what God says that matters.
ReplyDeleteI completely agree! I had originally included another paragraph that highlighted all of the things you've said, but cut it out in order to keep the post brief. I hope you and the wife are doing well! :)
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