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Summary
- The Bible teaches that sexual intimacy is reserved for marriage, emphasizing that sex outside of this covenant, including premarital sex, falls under the term “porneia,” which refers to sexual immorality.
- Jesus and Paul’s teachings reinforce the idea that sexual purity is about more than actions; it involves the heart and intentions, with a strong call to flee from sexual immorality and honor God with our bodies.
- Both the Old and New Testaments highlight the sacredness of marriage as the only appropriate context for sexual relations, establishing a high value on virginity and fidelity.
- Despite past sexual sins, the Bible offers forgiveness and a path to restoration through genuine repentance, emphasizing that believers’ bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit and should be used to glorify God.
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