In recent days, a viral post has been circulating online arguing that Christian men place too much emphasis on a woman’s virginity when choosing a wife. The argument is framed around grace—that a woman’s past sexual sin, if repented of, should not disqualify her from marriage. This discussion was sparked by a viral post onContinue reading “Is It Wrong for a Christian Man to Desire a Virgin Wife?”
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Is Sex Outside of Marriage a Sin? (Are There Any Exceptions?)
Is sex outside of marriage always a sin? Most Christians would say yes—at least in general. The Bible clearly condemns adultery, prostitution, incest, and other sexual sins. But then people begin to ask a deeper question. What about a man and woman who love each other? What if they are committed, exclusive, and even planningContinue reading “Is Sex Outside of Marriage a Sin? (Are There Any Exceptions?)”
Are Marriage Licenses Required in the Bible?
Does the local, state or federal government have the right to regulate marriage through marriage licenses or other laws regarding marriage? And the larger question is who did God give authority over marriage to? A lot of Christians mistakenly think that God has given civil government nearly unlimited authority. Most Christians think unless the governmentContinue reading “Are Marriage Licenses Required in the Bible?”
The Difference Between Premarital Sex and Pre-wedding Sex
I know you might be scratching your head right now asking “Isn’t premarital sex and pre-wedding sex the same thing?” But Biblically speaking the answer is no, they are not the same. These are two separate and distinct things. This topic is crucial for young Christian couples who are dating or engaged to consider inContinue reading “The Difference Between Premarital Sex and Pre-wedding Sex”
Does Sex Make People Married in Gods Eyes?
For generations, Christians have repeated the idea that the moment a man and woman have sex, they are “married in God’s eyes.” It sounds simple, it sounds tidy, and it sounds like a convenient way to discourage fornication. But there is a major problem with this claim: the Bible never teaches it. Not once. InContinue reading “Does Sex Make People Married in Gods Eyes?”
Biblical Sexology 