Bishop Keith Butler
Jan 3
For this cause God gave them up unto vile affections: for even their women did change the natural use into that which is against nature: And likewise also the men, leaving the natural use of the woman, burned in their lust one toward another; men with men working that which is unseemly, and receiving in themselves that recompence of their error which was meet. (Romans 1:26-27)
When I use the word sex, it may seem provocative or disturbing to people, but that’s only because of the perversion in our culture. Sex was God’s design. He created it; He purposed it to be a blessing within the confines of marriage. Sex is not only for the creation of another human, but God’s gift of sex between one husband and his one wife brings connection, peace, and support for each another. Sex between one husband and his wife solidifies a powerful union.
However, outside of the context of God’s design, sex is dangerous, and I strongly advise against it. Just because society says you can do it doesn’t mean it isn’t dangerous. Sex outside of marriage just isn’t worth it. It brings with it many negative after-effects.
Paul, writing to the church in Rome, candidly addressed individuals exchanging the natural use for that which is against nature. In other words, they got involved in behaviors that went against God's way of doing things. God's intent for sexual expression is always within the covenant of marriage, and any deviation from this design carries problematic consequences.
To make sure no one is confused, Paul clearly wrote about fornication, which is any sex outside of a marriage union. Males and males cannot be married under God’s design, so any sex between them is fornication. Neither can females and females. God is clear about how He defines marriage.
Do you know anyone involved in relationships that are against God’s way of doing things? Pray for them and pray for an open door to share with them the truth in love. Believe that the Holy Spirit will soften their heart to receive God’s love and truth.