I understand that all things must be done to Honor our Father but how does that translate to the especific topic of marriage? I am kind of confused with sex honor/purity within marriage. I can see how many people would reject one thing or another based on personal preferences but what (besides porn and fornication of course) would dishonor God or undefile the bed of a married couple?What does make an honorable/not honorable sex in a christian marriage?No sex before marriage, men are superior to women, even boys superior to their mothers, and remain faithful always, oh and no divorce or abortions.What does make an honorable/not honorable sex in a christian marriage?
For God, sex is for one purpose and one purpose alone - procreation. As it is also a "feel good" thing, it can also be corrupted into all forms of SELFISH behaviors.
In truth, sexual action is about the most selfish thing there ever was. It is ONLY in the confines of marriage that sex can be seen as a SELFLESS thing to do. One does this (OR NOT!) for the full benefit of the spouse.
Which is why we see sex USED as a tool or weapon against one's spouse. If the guy doesn't "get any", he feels it is his RIGHT to go somewhere else to get what he WANTS! This is just massive SELFISHNESS! And this is what God hates! - selfishness.
Anything and everything is acceptable within the sexual realm when it is between TWO consenting married partners. (note the TWO there?)
This does not mean 3 or 4 or 44.
God defines "marriage" as one man / one woman professing a public VOW and THEN sanctifying that vow (or covenant) with sexual union. Nothing more. And any other way goes against the process of "covenant" which God lives by!What does make an honorable/not honorable sex in a christian marriage?God did not create marriage, man created marriage and the rule to go with it, and as with every thing the rules evolve to different circumstances and times, so dishonor would not be to God, but to your partnerWhat does make an honorable/not honorable sex in a christian marriage?
What you do in your marriage bed with your spouse is between you and your spouse. If your conscious bothers you about something then talk to GOD and you spouse.What does make an honorable/not honorable sex in a christian marriage?You've correctly identified the dishonorable. The only thing I would add to the list is making your partner do something they're not comfortable with.What does make an honorable/not honorable sex in a christian marriage?
Sex in the marriage bed is for your enjoyment and your spouses. The only limits you have are the perversions of natural sex..........%26gt;
The verse you are referring to is Hebrews 13:4,:
"Let marriage be honorable among all, and the marriage bed be without defilement, for God will judge fornicators and adulterers."
What does that mean? The word “honorable” implies that something is esteemed and precious. And that is exactly how Jehovah views marriage—he esteems it as precious.
Of course, as servants of God, a may spouse already know that marriage is precious, even sacred. Jehovah himself instituted the marriage arrangement. (Matthew 19:4-6) However, if currently experiencing marital problems, just knowing that marriage is honorable may not be enough to motivate a mate to treat each other with love and respect. What, then, will move you to do so? Note carefully how Paul addressed the subject of showing honor. He did not say, “marriage is honorable”; rather, he said, “let marriage be honorable.” Paul was not merely making an observation; he was giving an exhortation. Keeping that distinction in mind may help you find added motivation for rekindling esteem for your spouse.
When married Christians spend inappropriate amounts of time with or become overly familiar with fellow believers, especially those of the opposite sex, they put strains on the marriage bond. Could that be a reason for tension in your marriage? Ask yourself, ‘Do I truly give my spouse the time, attention, and affection that rightly belong to my mate?’
Moreover, married Christians who give inappropriate attention to those of the opposite sex who are not their mate unwisely tread on dangerous ground. Sad to say, some married Christians have developed romantic feelings for those with whom they have become overly familiar. (Matthew 5:28) In turn, such emotional bonds have led to conduct that dishonors marriage even more. Consider what the apostle Paul stated about this subject.
“THE MARRIAGE BED BE WITHOUT DEFILEMENT”
Immediately after Paul gave the exhortation to “let marriage be honorable,” he added the warning: “[Let] the marriage bed be without defilement, for God will judge fornicators and adulterers.” (Hebrews 13:4) Paul used the term “marriage bed” to refer to sexual relations. Such relations are “without defilement,” or morally clean, if they are experienced solely within the marriage arrangement. Therefore, Christians heed the inspired words: “Rejoice with the wife of your youth.”—Proverbs 5:18.
Those having sexual relations with someone other than their spouse show gross disrespect for God’s moral laws. True, many today view adultery as fairly acceptable behavior. Yet, whatever other humans may think about adultery should not influence how Christians regard it. They realize that in the end, not man, but “God will judge fornicators and adulterers.” (Hebrews 10:31; 12:29) Hence, true Christians cling to Jehovah’s view on this subject. (Romans 12:9) Recall that the patriarch Job said: “A covenant I have concluded with my eyes.” (Job 31:1) Yes, to avoid even one step on the road that could lead to adultery, true Christians control their eyes and never look longingly at a person of the opposite sex who is not their mate.
In Jehovah’s eyes, how serious is adultery? The Mosaic Law helps us to appreciate Jehovah’s feelings on the matter. In Israel, adultery and idolatry were among the offenses that carried the death penalty. (Leviticus 20:2,?10) Can you see a similarity between the two? Well, an Israelite worshipping an idol broke his covenant with Jehovah. Similarly, an Israelite committing adultery broke his covenant with his spouse. Both acted treacherously. (Exodus 19:5,?6; Deuteronomy 5:9; Malachi 2:14) Hence, both were reprehensible before Jehovah, the faithful and trustworthy God.—Psalm 33:4.
Of course, Christians are not under the Mosaic Law. Yet, recalling that in ancient Israel adultery was viewed in a serious light may strengthen Christians in their resolve not to commit such an act. Why? Consider this comparison: Would you ever enter a church, get down on your knees, and pray in front of an image? ‘Never!’ you will say. But would you be tempted to do so if you were offered a large sum of money? ‘Unthinkable!’ you will reply. Indeed, the very thought of betraying Jehovah by worshipping an idol is repulsive to a true Christian. In a similar way, Christians should be repulsed by the thought of betraying their God, Jehovah, as well as their spouse by committing adultery—no matter what the incentive to sin might be. (Psalm 51:1,?4; Colossians 3:5) Never do we want to commit an act that would cause Satan to rejoice but would bring grave dishonor to Jehovah and to the sacred marriage arrangement.
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