Sexual purity is harder than ever to pursue today. Here are two lists you should seriously keep.
Talking Points:
- The Bible doesn’t teach us to fight sexual sin. It commands us to flee it. 1 Corinthians 6:18-20
- Make a “Stop” list: Stop surfing websites that are problematic for you, stop “friending” people who are tempting to you, stop watching movies/shows that awaken lust in you. Song of Songs 2:7
- Make a “Do” list: Do read your Bible, pray more, and seek connection with people who will help you to honor God in your life. Matthew 12:43-45
- Getting rid of bad habits can leave a dangerous void in your daily life. Be sure to intentionally replace the bad with the good.
Discussion Questions:
- Initial reactions to this topic? What jumped out at you?
- What do you notice has changed in our culture as it pertains to sex and entertainment. How have you struggled with sexual purity in the past?
- Read 1 Corinthians 6:18-20. Why do you think Paul chose the word “flee” rather than “avoid”? What does it mean to you to flee something?
- Review the “Stop” list. Why are those bad habits? What are some of your bad habits that you need to add to this list?
- Review the “Do” list. How are you doing in building your relationship with God? Why is it important to add good habits, not just removing bad habits?
- Read Matthew 12:43-45. Put this passage in your own words. How has your struggle with sexual purity looked liked this picture? What more do you need to do to stop repeating old patterns?
- Is there a step you need to take based on today’s topic?
