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Christian Morality

This article explores the concept of sexual immorality in Christian morality, as defined and used in the New Testament. It discusses God's attitude towards sexual sin and the detrimental effects it has on individuals, relationships, and the soul. It also provides practical tips on how to avoid sexual immorality by finding a suitable spouse and making good decisions.

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Christian Morality

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  1. Christian Morality Sexual Immorality

  2. Sexual Immorality Defined • Used in the New Testament 1. Greek word: “porneia” 2. Translated “sexual immorality,” “fornication.” 3. Refers to any sexual sin. 4. “Any form of illicit sexual intercourse — adultery, fornication, homosexuality, etc.” 5. All immoral sexual action is fornication, and there are many specific applications of that word. Christian Morality

  3. Sexual Immorality Defined • Used in the New Testament • God’s attitude thought sexual sin 1. Paul lists various sins seven times. 2. Sexual immorality is listed in five of them 3. And is first in those lists! (1 Cor. 5:9-11; 6:9-10; Gal. 5:19-22; Eph. 5:3-5; Col. 3:5) Christian Morality

  4. Sexual Immorality Defined • Used in the New Testament • God’s attitude thought sexual sin • It is an out of control problem in our time. 1. Pre-marital sex among many, including an increasing number of teenagers. 2. “Sex” is being redefined by many to make what they are engaged in seem ok. 3. Adultery is accepted by many. 4. It’s easier to get a divorce than ever before. 5. Homosexuality is everywhere in our culture. Christian Morality

  5. The Effects of Sexual Immorality • It Damages the Body (Pr. 5:8,11-12; Rom. 1:26-27) • It Destroys the Home 1. Marriages are sometimes broken beyond repair. (cf. Mt. 19:4-6) 2. Children are grieved with emotional burdens that last for life. (cf. Mal. 2:16) Christian Morality

  6. The Effects of Sexual Immorality • It Damages the Body (Pr. 5:8,11-12; Rom. 1:26-27) • It Destroys the Home • It Makes the Soul Desolate 1. It is hard to forgive self of sexual sin. (Pr. 5:12-13) 2. It violates the trust of friends. (Pr. 6:30-35) 3. It can keep one out of heaven. (1 Cor. 6:9-10; Gal. 5:19-21; Heb. 13:4) Christian Morality

  7. How to Avoid Sexual Immorality • Find a suitable spouse. 1. Marriage is the only context in which sexual conduct is appropriate. (1 Cor. 7:1-5; cf. Heb. 13:5) 2. Being single is fine, if you have self-control. (1 Cor. 7:6-9) Christian Morality

  8. How to Avoid Sexual Immorality • Find a suitable spouse. • Make good decisions! 1. Do not put yourself in any situation or context in which you may be tempted. (Rom. 13:13-14; Gen. 39:10-12; cf. Prov. 5:1-23, 6:23-35, 7:1-27) 2. God expects us to be in control. (1 Thess. 4:1-8) Christian Morality

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