We see in Genesis that SEX WAS GOD’S IDEA. Hooray! We also see that His original intention was that sex was to be employed and enjoyed only within the context of marriage, which is between one man and one woman. What was His purpose re: sex? (1) Bonding, becoming “one flesh,” comm-UNI-cation, mirrors the oneness between Christ and the Church, truly …
What Does the Bible Say About Masturbation? Is It a Sin?
Because God never mentions masturbation in the Bible, we cannot say it is a sin. So we must extrapolate from other relevant Scriptures. For example, Philippians 4:8—what kind of thoughts are you thinking? That brings up the related topic of pornography, which is absolutely rampant in the world today. Many men are prompted to masturbate while fantasizing about a naked woman …
What Does the Bible Say About Life On Other Planets?
Nothing specifically, but Scripture indicates there is no such thing. OK, does God say anything about outer space? Plenty. For example: Genesis 1:14–1614 And God said, “Let there be lights in the expanse of the sky to separate the day from the night, and let them serve as signs to mark seasons and days and years, 15 16 God made two great lights—the greater light …
What Does the Bible Say About Interracial Marriage?
Nothing. It is perfectly OK with God. If more people understood the truth set forth in Acts 17:26a (NKJV), that would go a long way toward solving racial prejudices and problems. It says that God “…has made from one blood every nation of men to dwell on all the face of the earth….” What does that mean? It means that everyone on …
What Does the Bible Say about Holy Communion?
FAQ: I am confused about what many churches call “Holy Communion.” Why is there so much discrepancy in how different churches do it? Some use bread, others use wafers; some use wine, others use grape juice; some do it daily, others do it weekly, yearly, etc. What does the Bible say about taking Holy Communion and the Communion Service? I’m …
What Does the Bible Say About Holidays Like Christmas, Easter, Halloween, and Groundhog Day?
A quick look at God’s Word shows that He is definitely into partying. His directives for Israel in the Old Testament included numerous celebrations, and each was designed to remind the people of God’s goodness to them in one way or another. There is, however, no such directive for Christians. Colossians 2:13–17, for example, shows that God has not designated any special …
What Does the Bible Say about Healing?
FAQ: I have heard many Christians say that if a sick person has enough faith, God will always heal him; and that if one does not get healed, it is because he didn’t have enough faith. Others I’ve talked to aren’t sure but seem to think that healing is not available today. And some say that God is the one …
What Does the Bible Say about Fasting?
FAQ: I know some Christians who often “fast,” that is, they go without eating for a period of time, usually while they are praying for a particular thing. I also hear many people on Christian television talking about fasting as if it is something that is spiritually beneficial. What does the Bible say about it? Does God say that we …
What Does the Bible Say about Drugs and Drinking Alcohol?
FAQ: What does the Bible say about using drugs and alcohol, other than for diseases and cooking? In English translations, there is no verse of Scripture that clearly and specifically addresses the use of recreational or hallucinogenic drugs, but we will see that the Greek word pharmakeia does refer to this. There are, however, quite a few verses that speak …
What Does the Bible Say About Divorce and Remarriage?
This is another volatile subject, and you can read much on both sides of the issue. Remember that the whole Bible is not written TO Christians. All of it is FOR us to understand but some of it pertains to Israel in the past or future. After biblically considering the whole subject, our honest conclusion is that God does not …