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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. |
Subject: is it wrong to masterbate? |
Bible Note: Thank you for an interesting note. It was I who, in response to the original question, said that the Bible is silent on the specific subject of masturbation and added the observation that the only form of sexual activity clearly endorsed in Scripture is the monogamous sexual relationship between husband and wife. One other point in your note concerns me. You say, "If you do something your conscience forbids, its a sin." Is it not true that the conscience is a product of education and training? That is to say, unless one's conscience is guided by the only real standard, the word of God, is it of itself an infallible guide? The Bible is replete with examples of men and women who followed their conscience but were in grievous error. Two examples come immediately to mind. Was Paul conscience stricken when he led the goon squad in their persecution of Christians? Were the Scribes and Pharisees conscience stricken when they sought to discredit Jesus and have Him nailed to a tree? The indwelling of the Holy Spirit in the life of the believer is far and away a more faithful Guide than one's "conscience" -- do you not agree? --Hank |