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NASB | 1 Corinthians 7:9 But if they do not have self-control, let them marry; for it is better to marry than to burn with passion. |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | 1 Corinthians 7:9 But if they do not have [sufficient] self-control, they should marry; for it is better to marry than to burn with passion. |
Bible Question: I would like to know if being celibate, is it wrong to masturbate? I have searched the word and can't find any specifics and do not want to commit the sin of omission just to do what the flesh wants! Please someone answer this for me |
Bible Answer: We that are believers are called to be holy, or sanctified (separeted from the world); therefore, masterbation should not be a part of our lives. God has given us the outline for our sexual expression; The apostle Paul teaches that it is BETTER to marry than to burn. Sex is designed for marriage between one man and one woman. Is it wrong? Yes. Self gratification is defined the word lasciviousness; Gal. 5:19. |