How did we ever get so crazy as a culture about something so sacred and private?
It is God's will that you should be sanctified; that you should avoid sexual immorality.
1 Thessalonians 4:3
How did America become so sexualized? Well, throughout history there were cities and countries that were obsessed with sex.
The cities of Sodom and Gomorrah were crazy about sex. If you want more details you can read chapters 18 and 19 from the book of Genesis in the Bible.
Then there was Egypt where the people wore strips of clothing and the slaves were completely naked! Yeah, it's hot there but sheesh; no need to go that far.
Next there was the Minoens. One form of entertainment was where men and women wore only loin cloths and they would jump over bulls!
I could go on. The theme throughout history is; everyone loved (and still does) sex and violence. Those go hand in hand in a way. In this post, though, we're just focusing on sex.
In the beginning God made it to be sacred, pure and just plain special. It was meant to seal the bond of matrimony, signifying an even deeper commitment to the promise. God still means it today. It's just that our sin has spoiled it.
The Naked Truth
Then the eyes of both of them were opened, and they realized they were naked; and they sewed fig leaves together and made coverings for themselves.
Genesis 3:7
Have you ever had a dream that you went to work/school/ the grocery store, etc., but were either in your underwear or completely naked? How did it make you feel? I've had a couple and I would feel embarrassed out of my mind!! I'd wake up and say;
"Thank you, God; that wasn't real! Phew."
Why do we feel embarrassed being naked in front of others? Ever since sin came into the world, Adam and Eve became aware of their nakedness. So, in a way they were like toddlers. Toddlers and babies aren't aware of themselves and they could run around the neighborhood on a sunny blue summer's day without a care in the world (literally). Adults and older children, on the other hand, are aware of their "private parts." It's actually good to be embarrassed about being naked in front of people. (Then you know that you have a good head on your shoulders) In a way, that's how God can protect us from just having sex with anyone and everyone. God created sex to be a good thing. That's why when you get married and you take your clothes off in front of a man for the first time, it's a monumental moment. You're not just saying, "look at me!" Your saying, "I trust you."
Crazy crazy
In a book called Choices , authors Stacy and Paula Rinehart used findings from a study of at least eighty primitive and modern societies. Respected Cambridge University Sociologist J.D. Unwin found there was an unvarying correlation between the degree of sexual restraints and the rate of social progress.
"Cultures that were more sexually permissive displayed less cultural energy, creativity, intellectual development, individualism and a slower general cultural ascent."
Sound familiar? America and other countries are becoming so easy going about sex. People tell their children;
" I don't want you to do it but, if it does happen use a condom and be safe."
What kind of advice is that?! You say don't and do, yes and no. It's yes or no. Do or don't.
I think the problem is the lie our culture believes. We can't imagine that anyone can be abstinent from sex. People think that they're like animals and they can't live without it. What if I told you that you can live without it.
Without me you can do nothing.
John 15:5
That verse is absolutely correct. Do you know who that 'me' is? That's Jesus. He knows that our sins, our obsessions are too hard to overcome. That's why He gave us hope by telling us...
"I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world."
John 16:33
Jesus knows how hard it is. He took it to the cross! Now, your choice is to believe the truth. If you had sex already, God can cleanse you spiritually and make you like new.
Women young and old, teens and preteens and even children: Tell each other the truth! You don't show or gain your worth or find who you are through sex. God is the one who shows you who you are and He knows you're more precious than diamonds. Stop following the lies you see and hear on T.V. Movies, magazines, music, books, at school, work and even in your own home. BELIEVE THE TRUTH!! It will set you free.
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