The biblical account of creation clearly affirms that God created only two sexes—male and female. Genesis 1:27 states, “So God created man in His own image; in the image of God He created him; male and female He created them.” From the very beginning, God’s design was intentional and unchanging. Mark 10:6 reaffirms this truth: “But from the beginning of creation, God made them male and female.”
This distinction between male and female extends beyond humanity, as seen in Genesis 6:19, which states, “Of every living thing of all flesh, two of every sort shall you bring into the ark, to keep them alive with you; they shall be male and female.” God’s design is consistent, reinforcing the truth that there are only two sexes.
However, modern culture seeks to distort this truth, promoting the idea that sex and gender are fluid, subjective, or limitless. This false teaching contradicts the Word of God and leads people away from His divine order. The Bible warns against such distortions, urging believers to stand firm in God’s unchanging truth.
God’s Word is absolute, and His creation is not subject to human redefinition. As believers, we must reject falsehoods and boldly proclaim the truth: God created only male and female.
Historically, most societies have agreed with the Bible’s teaching that there are only two genders—male and female. However, in modern times, especially over the past century, perceptions and theories have shifted. Today, there is a growing push to respect the existence of many different gender identities, including—but not limited to—male, female, transgender, gender-neutral, genderqueer, non-binary, agender, and pangender. With so many possible gender identities, the word “gender” itself has become practically meaningless, at least outside of Scripture.
Those who advocate for more than two genders often distinguish between sex and gender. According to this view, sex is the label assigned at birth based on physical anatomy, while gender is seen as a personal, subjective identity that may or may not align with one’s biological sex. People are believed to have the right to define and express their gender as they choose, independent of their assigned sex at birth.
We must be clear on what God says about sex, gender, and gender identity, and approach this topic with love, care, and compassion for those struggling to understand themselves. As Paul says in Ephesians 4:15, we are to “speak the truth in love.”
God defines gender within the context of creation, as He created mankind male and female. There are undeniable biological differences between males and females, and these differences extend to gender. Men and women are distinct, and God has assigned specific roles to each gender. Not only did God create males and females, but He also called His creation “very good” (Genesis 1:31). If God’s creation is good and reflects His glory, then any attempt to fundamentally alter it is not good.
While there are differences between men and women, both are created in the image of God. This means that men and women are equal before God. In fact, God blessed both Adam and Eve and commanded them to “be fruitful and multiply and fill the earth, and subdue it; and have dominion over the fish of the sea and the birds of the heavens and over every living thing that moves on the earth” (Genesis 1:28). The very command to multiply requires two complementary genders.
There are several reasons why God created two genders with distinct differences. First, He created them to procreate (Genesis 1:28), and procreation can only occur between a male and a female. Second, God’s creation of two distinct genders emphasizes companionship. When God saw that it was not good for man to be alone, He created Eve from Adam’s rib (Genesis 2:18-22). Third, heterosexual marriage represents God’s love for us. As Paul writes in Ephesians 5:25, “Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ loved the church and gave Himself up for her.”
Though some will reject the biblical teaching that there are only two genders, we cannot change God’s Word to accommodate those who deny the truth. Modern views do not alter God’s unchanging design. As Paul instructs in Titus 2:1, we must “teach what accords with sound doctrine.” This is not a matter of personal preference; it is a command. The truth of Scripture is not up for debate, and we must stand firm in it, regardless of any cultural perversions.