Why a Biblical Sexual Ethic Matters

Sep 7, 2025    Pastor Pete Nelson

In this message on 1 Corinthians, we're challenged to embrace God's design for sexuality and relationships. Paul's letters to the Corinthian church remind us that our bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, bought at a price by Christ's sacrifice. We're called to honor God with our bodies, fleeing from sexual immorality and pursuing holiness. This message isn't about shame, but about living out our faith in every aspect of our lives. The cultural pressures we face today aren't so different from those in ancient Corinth, making Paul's words startlingly relevant. As we navigate our relationships and desires, we're encouraged to see God's boundaries not as restrictions, but as loving protection. This teaching invites us to consider: How can we worship God through our choices? How might our sexual ethics reflect our commitment to Christ? It's a call to radical counter-cultural living, rooted in love for God and respect for His design.