Overview
This sermon outlines 11 sex acts the speaker identifies as forbidden in the Bible, explaining their scriptural basis, associated consequences, and the importance of repentance, forgiveness, and adhering to biblical standards.
Fornication
- Fornication is defined as sex before or outside of marriage.
- The speaker shares personal experience of repenting after engaging in fornication and emphasizes forgiveness through Jesus.
Adultery
- Adultery includes both physical acts and lustful thoughts.
- Married individuals must remain faithful to their spouse; adultery brings significant pain and regret.
Polygamy
- Polygamy is not part of God's design and always leads to negative outcomes.
- The biblical standard is marriage between one man and one woman.
- Church leaders must model monogamous marriages.
Rape
- The Bible's first account of rape is in Genesis 34, describing both the assault and its devastating effects.
- Victims need healing, often requiring professional and spiritual support.
- The speaker shares personal experience about discovering a spouse's trauma and pursuing healing.
Incest
- 1 Corinthians 5 condemns incest, even listing it as intolerable among pagans.
- The church is called to mourn and discipline those involved in incest.
- The speaker warns against growing cultural acceptance of such acts.
Homosexuality
- Romans 1 describes same-sex sexual acts as dishonorable and not accepted by God.
- The speaker asserts that those with same-sex attraction are called to celibacy, prioritizing salvation above sexual desire.
Bestiality
- Deuteronomy 27:21 strongly condemns sexual acts with animals.
Prostitution
- 1 Corinthians 6 explains that engaging with prostitutes is incompatible with Christian beliefs.
- Prostitution is defined broadly, including transactional relationships and consumption of explicit content.
- Marriage is to be covenantal, not transactional.
Pagan Sexual Activity
- Sexual acts connected to pagan worship (such as those involving Baal or Asherah) are seen as demonic and spiritually destructive.
- The speaker warns that sexual sin can invite demonic influence.
Transgenderism
- Genesis and Deuteronomy affirm only two genders and prohibit cross-dressing or gender alteration.
- The speaker views gender transition as contrary to God’s creation and design.
Sexual Immorality (Porneia)
- The term "porneia" is a catch-all for various sexual sins not specifically listed.
- Includes pornography, emotional affairs, and anything violating scriptural principles.
- Believers are called to repent, seek forgiveness, and strive for purity.
Recommendations / Advice
- Repentance and turning to Christ are necessary for forgiveness and healing from sexual sin.
- Seek professional and spiritual help for those affected by sexual trauma.
- Uphold biblical definitions of marriage, gender, and sexuality regardless of cultural trends.