SEXUAL INDULGENCE
Flee sexual immorality! Every other sin a person commits is outside the body, but the person who is sexually immoral sins against his own body.
1 Corinthians 6:18 (CSB)
Jezebel led others away from Christ and into the indulgence of fleshly desires, specifically sexual immorality. Sexual sin is particularly destructive. All other sins are committed outside the body, but sexual sin is against God and the body!
The use of pornography, sex outside of marriage, objectification of women, and other acts result from the unrestrained indulgence of the flesh. To fight against sexual temptation, we must be willing to practice chastity and fulfill our sexual desires in a God-honoring way.
Even in this perilous, destructive situation, God exercised patience toward Jezebel. 1 Timothy 2:4 (NLT) reminds us that God wants everyone to be saved and to understand the truth. God’s approach, with patience and love, should bring us great joy.
But one day, if we reject the offer of repentance, God’s patience will result in judgment. Christ is clear here. He’s offering an opportunity to repent and find rescue from sin. The offer to you who are reading this is the same. Repent of your sins and place your trust in Christ.
For everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved. Romans 10:13 (CSB)
APPLICATION: Sexual sin is uniquely destructive, and we must not indulge in it.
PRAYER:
God,
Help me be pure in mind and heart. This world is corrupt and sexual sin has become routine. But it’s degrading and wrecks our relationship with You and our bodies. Give us the strength to say no to our sexual lusts and build our bodies as Your dwelling place. Amen.