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NASB | 1 Corinthians 6:16 Or do you not know that the one who joins himself to a prostitute is one body with her? For He says, "THE TWO SHALL BECOME ONE FLESH." |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | 1 Corinthians 6:16 Do you not know that the one who joins himself to a prostitute is one body with her? For He says, "THE TWO SHALL BE ONE FLESH." [Gen 2:24] |
Bible Question:
My fiance and I have had sex before marriage and now I am reluctant to continue to do so. What is the biblical stance on repeating sex in this situation? I know 1 Corinthians 10:8 is just 1 of many examples which shows God is against fornication. I am just wondering if it makes any difference if the act is commited and repeated with the same person whom is my betrothed? I so want God to bless our union. Any clarification is greatly appreciated. |
Bible Answer: Well the truth is that in God's eyes you are now married. By making love you have been made one with your fiancee (1 Corinthians 6.16 clearly demonstrates this in much worse circumstances). And what God has joined together let no man put asunder (Mark 10.8-9). Sexual union is no light thing in God's eyes. To the Jews, and in Jesus' day betrothal was as binding as marriage. Only adultery could justify breaking a betrothal. Thus many betrothed couples did engage in sex. But while not totally condemned it was frowned on. You will notice that Joseph, Jesus' father, for example did not do so. But in the modern day engagement is not seen in that light, so that you are quite correct in surmising that you have done wrong, although marriage would right the wrong. I realise that you are confident that you will be married, but there are far too many broken engagements for it to be a certainty. On this basis i would suggest that you would be right to wait until marriage before continuing with sexulal relations. In this you will be truly honouring God. All best wishes for your future happiness. |