Short Answer: Yes—Scripture consistently calls sex outside marriage sin, because God designed sexual intimacy for the covenant of marriage, so Christians pursue purity with repentance, boundaries, and the hope of grace in Christ. Long Answer: Yes—Scripture consistently calls sex outside marriage sin, because God designed sexual intimacy for the covenant of marriage, so Christians pursue … Read more
Short Answer: The Bible does not mention masturbation directly, but it clearly condemns lust and calls believers to sexual self-control, so masturbation is sinful when it involves lust, pornography, or being mastered by sexual desire. Long Answer: The Bible does not mention masturbation directly, but it clearly condemns lust and calls believers to sexual self-control, … Read more
Short Answer: Scripture teaches that same-sex sexual behavior is sin because sex is designed for marriage between a man and a woman, but same-sex attraction (orientation) is not the same thing as practicing sin; Christians can experience real temptations and still follow Jesus in holiness and hope. Long Answer: Scripture teaches that same-sex sexual behavior … Read more