Key Points from the Lecture on Sexual Immorality in the Bible

Introduction

• The Bible highlights the negative effects of sexual immorality.
• Knowing the pain of certain paths motivates us to avoid them.
• Six painful consequences of prolonged sexual sin are discussed.

Consequences of Sexual Sin

1. Inner Conflict and Lack of Peace

• Passage: 1 Corinthians 6:18-20
• Principle: Sexual sin causes inner conflict as it is a sin against one's own body.
• Explanation:
  • Sexual acts are bonding actions, leading to conflict when aligned with faith.
  • Our body is a temple of the Holy Spirit; thus, sexual sin causes turmoil.

2. Danger of Eternal Damnation

• Passage: Matthew 5:27-30
• Principle: True followers of Jesus Christ must forsake their sins.
• Explanation:
  • Christians are saved by grace, not works, but should show a change in behavior.
  • Actively fighting sin is essential, and failure to do so may indicate a lack of true faith.

3. Loss of Closeness with Jesus

• Passage: Psalm 51:11-12
• Principle: A sinful lifestyle leads one away from God's presence.
• Explanation:
  • Sin affects our fellowship with Jesus.
  • Though salvation isn't lost through sin, obedience strengthens the relationship with Christ.

4. Unhealthy Relationships with the Opposite Sex

• Passage: Ephesians 5:5-10
• Principle: Sexual sin partners you with unsaved individuals and alienates you from God's family.
• Explanation:
  • Idolizing others or self through sexual sin.
  • Healthy relationships require mutual obedience to God.

5. Missed Sexual Pleasure in Marriage

• Passage: 1 Corinthians 7:2-4
• Principle: Godly sexual pleasure is exclusive to marriage.
• Explanation:
  • Godly marriage offers joyful sexual pleasure, opposed to sinful acts outside marriage.

6. Missing God's Will and Wasting Life

• Passage: 1 Thessalonians 4:3-8
• Principle: Sexual sin is a choice against God’s will.
• Explanation:
  • Sexual immorality deviates from God's path.
  • Rejecting God and the Holy Spirit occurs through such sins.

Conclusion

• Importance of obeying God to experience His good plan.
• Suggested further resources on overcoming sexual sin.

• Speaker: Mark from ApplyGodsWord.com
• Encouragement to engage with provided resources for further learning.