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10 Principles of Sexual Behavior
1. The Principle of Goodness
Sex was created by God. Genesis 2:18-24
There was no shame. Genesis 2:25
Sex is beautiful. Song of Solomon
Principle: Sex is good.
2. The Principle of Design
Sex was designed to culminate in intercourse.
So anytime you start, that's where it wants to end up.
Principle: Sex is fulfilled only in intercourse.
3. The Principle of Honor
We art to honor God with our bodies.
1 Corinthians 6:20
Principle: Sexual behavior should honor God.
4. The Principle of Oneness
When you have sex, two become one.
Genesis 2:24, Matthew 19:5; 1 Corinthians 6:16
Principle: You give up part of yourself in sexual intercourse.
5. The Principle of Temptation
Sexual temptation can be handled.
1 Corinthians 10:13
Principle: We can resist sexual temptation.
6. The Principle of Lust
The longer you fool with sex, the more dangerous it is.
James 1:12-15; 1 Thessalonians 4:3-8
Principle: Sexual foreplay is dangerous.
7. The Principle of Running
Sometimes the only way to deal with sexual temptation is to run, break off the relationship, take a cold shower.
Genesis 39:12
Principle: Sometimes the only way to deal with sexual temptation is to make a radical break.
8. The Principle of Love
Love should be the guideline for our sexual behavior. 1 Corinthians 13:1- 13
Principle: Love expresses itself in waiting.
9. The Principle of Self-Control
If you don't control your body, it will control you.
1 Thessalonians 4:4; 1 Corinthians 6:12-14; 1 Corinthians 10:23-24
Principle: When sex controls you, you've gone too far.
10. The Principle of Consequence
Sex is not a neutral act. There are always consequences.
Galatians 6:7-8; Romans 1:24-25
Principle: Sex always has consequences.
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