Subject: 2 followups, masturbation and 1Cor7:2-5 |
Bible Note: Greetings again Parable, Romans 8:28 is a verse that is constantly misapplied and taken out of its context.. This time, unfortunately, you are using Romans 8:28 to justify the sin of masturbation. Peter and Titus warn us against those who use Scripture or teach against what has been clearly revealed to us as the Truth, so that we do not become detestable to God and defile our consciences (Titus 1:10-16; 1 Peter 2:1-3). There is no possible way that Romans 8:28 could be used or twisted to support the sinful act of masturbation. I believe that you and your wife should seek the counsel of your pastor, and not that of a Study Bible Forum, to help you in this very personal aspect of your marriage. You have stated, "To be honest, I am disturbed by the idea you and your group think you can do anything to keep anyone on the "cutting edge" of a relationship with God." You can misquote or misunderstand me to any degree that you prefer. However, what is more disturbing is that you can profess to be living a Godly life and to allow this sin to run rampant and unchecked, as if there were nothing wrong with it. And yes, by promulgating your stance on masturbation on such a public and supposedly Christian medium as this, you are encouraging the sinful act of masturbation. Speaking of continence, the Bible makes it clear that one can be free from sinful sexual enslavement, and there is not one single verse that states or even suggests that a Christian can or should make masturbation a choice. The Bible has already clearly pronounced that "choice" for us - to renounce it, repent of it, and to avoid it! I continue to wait for any solid support whatsoever that would make masturbation a justifiable act for a Godly man or woman to indulge in. Blessings to you, Makarios |