Key Verse
“Flee fornication. Every sin that a man doeth is without the body; but he that committeth fornication sinneth against his own body’’ (1 Corinthians 6:18).
Text — 1 Corinthians 6:15-20
Message
A temple means the house of God, where He dwells and meets with the worshippers. In the Old Testament covenant there is a designated place to meet with God – the Tabernacle, but not all were allowed into the Holiest of All, a place designated for the priest alone, thereby denying the people of constant unbroken fellowship with God. In the gospel dispensation, God took away the barrier and seeks to dwell in human hearts, ‘…for ye are the temple of the living God; as God hath said, I will dwell in them…’’ (2 Corinthians 6:16).
Our bodies are the temple where God seeks to dwell. We must protect it against defilement. The sin of fornication defiles our temple, and the holy God cannot dwell in it. Also, pornography, masturbation, and watching immoral movies make our body, soul and spirit dirty and thereby cutting us off from fellowship with God. You can overcome. Ron Smith said, “One is neither a fornicator nor a homosexual constitutionally. One becomes a fornicator or a homosexual by letting the thought become an act.” Reject evil thoughts.
Quote
Protect it against defilement
Challenge
Flee fornication!
Prayer for today
Lord, please help me to flee fornication and all defilements.
Un messaggio importante, da tener presente, nei momenti della nostra vita.
ReplyDeleteBuona giornata carissima
That’s a great way to put it. It really does feel like a message that applies at every stage.
DeleteI hope the post gives people something helpful to reflect on.
Yes, something we should remember and keep a part of mantra daily. Thanks for the lovely and meaningful post. 💛💛💛💛❤️❤️❤️Thank you for reading and for your comments, too.
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for the sweet comment and for reading the post! I really appreciate the encouragement.
DeleteAll the best to your content and life. Be the best you. Take care of you. Thanks very much for being here. Thank you for your comments, as well 🍎🍄🍁❤️Happy Autumn!
ReplyDeleteI appreciate you taking the time to share that Happy Autumn greeting. Enjoy the beautiful season.
DeleteMuito importante esta sua publicação.
ReplyDeleteConcordo inteiramente. Assim se deve buscar ser templo de Deus.
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I really appreciate your comment and your agreement with the message. It's so encouraging to know the post resonated with you.
DeleteAmen! What a great reminder! Hope you have a wonderful day!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Ashley.
Deletethanks for sharing
ReplyDeleteYou are welcome
DeleteHi Melody!
ReplyDeleteMy friend, I agree with you. I support you 100%!
Unfortunately, in today's world, when there are no saints! What should be most important to us, purest, is filthy and defiled :( Unfortunately, more and more people are destroying themselves – and very young ones at that (I'm talking about the situation in Poland). It's sad that even children want to stop being children. In Poland, there are arguments about abortion, birth control pills, and topics related to sexuality. The left wants to legalize homosexual unions, and there are marches called "equality parades." Disgusting things are happening – for example, depictions of the Virgin Mary with... a rainbow halo!
Melody, I send you my regards! I wish you a good new week!
I hear the deep concern and strong feelings in your comment. It is certainly a challenging time when deeply held values seem to be constantly debated or challenged in the public square. Standing firm on your beliefs, especially when the culture seems to move in a different direction, requires real conviction. I appreciate you affirming the article's message and the importance of preserving the purity of the body and the mind, especially when it comes to the youth. Thank you for your support.
DeleteHi! Good post!
ReplyDeleteHello, thank you.
DeleteDios nos cuida y protege. somos su obra y debemos cuidarnos. te mando un beso.
ReplyDeleteThat’s a beautiful summary of the message. I agree completely.
DeleteI really appreciate how you brought this topic up dear Melody 👍
ReplyDeleteI fully agree with each word you said here, contaminating our bodies and minds with polluted thoughts and actions makes them unholy and unhealthy and God stays in pure place no doubt 🥰🙏
I’m so glad to hear you agree and found the post helpful! It's definitely a crucial topic.
DeleteUn articulo este que nos invita a reflexionar.
ReplyDeleteSaludos.
I'm glad you found the article thought-provoking. Thank you for reading and taking the time to share your response.
DeleteThank you for this post. God bless.
ReplyDeleteGod bless you too.
DeleteCannot believe you would quote someone who says being homosexual or sexual to that matter is evil, I am very disappointed with this post, sister, you are better than this. How can someone be a Christian and discriminate? Or did I get something wrong here?
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing your thoughts. It’s important to clarify that this message is not about discrimination, but about faithfully adhering to the moral standard outlined in the Bible, which I hold as my ultimate guide.
DeleteThe article’s foundation is the command in 1 Corinthians 6:18: "Flee fornication... he that committeth fornication sinneth against his own body." This is a call to holiness for all believers. The Bible is clear that we are called to love all people, but that love includes sharing the standard of truth found in God’s Word.
As Christians, we believe that God’s Word is the ultimate authority for our lives. As 2 Timothy 3:16 says, "All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness."
It is okay for us to have different beliefs; that is part of being human. However, my position will always be to uphold what the Bible teaches, as it is my watchword for faith and practice. The message is to help everyone protect their body as the "temple of the living God" (2 Corinthians 6:16).
The world is a very broken place. Thank you for standing up for what you believe.
ReplyDeleteThat’s a very honest observation. It definitely feels like we live in a world with a lot of challenges, but it is important to stand up for the convictions we hold.
DeleteIt's encouraging to hear your support for the message.