Does “sexual immorality” (porneia) include masturbation?

Question: I would like to just say in some previous answers you have said that masturbation is not mentioned as a sin, but it is. We are told in Acts 15:20 to flee from sexual immorality. Today, most of the world sees masturbation as sexual immorality, and it has always been considered that. Because the term isn’t…

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Does this article prove masturbation is a sin?

Question: I clearly understand that what you are saying is that the act of masturbation is not a sin. But look at what I found. [A link to an article is then given.] Answer: If masturbation bothers you or you are not confident that it isn’t sinful, then you shouldn’t do it. “Do you have…

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Does Paul condemn masturbation in Romans 1?

Question: I was reading a part of the Bible and it was Roman 1:19-23. I was just wondering: does this relate to masturbation being a sin? Answer: “For the wrath of God is revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men, who suppress the truth in unrighteousness, because what may be known of…

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Does holding sperm for a long time cause cancer?

Question: I have heard about this site and how it helped people. So I am looking forward in hope. I was leading the life of an ordinary man with a good job, but I wasn’t able to find peace. Recently I got into religion and I am interested in this new life. I wanted to…

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I disagree with your stances on the Sabbath and on masturbation

Question: I must disagree with you on two counts. First of all, I cannot agree with your stand on the Sabbath day.  When Paul and the other writers write of various points, such as honoring parents, not killing, not stealing, etc. they are not establishing new rules but are quoting from the Ten, which their…

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Is it wrong to self-pleasure while thinking of a spouse?

Question: I am wondering what your opinion is on self-pleasure while thinking of a spouse. It is not adultery because you are married to that person, and I am not sure if lust still applies when you are married. Answer: I know of no argument against it other than if a person uses self-pleasure as…

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Doesn’t masturbation require indecent thoughts to climax?

Question: I read your article. In regards to the definition of masturbation, which for years has been taught to me that was a sin. According to what you say, there is no proof of that in the Word. Now, if the motives are what sets the definition of when masturbation is a sin and when it is not, then…

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Is masturbation sinful or not?

Question: First of all, I would like to say that I really found your site a wealth of information on all subjects biblical — which I hold very dearly. I want to love God and obey his commands, but I have a problem with the subject of masturbation. It’s not that I want to lust…

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Is masturbating wrong for women?

Question: I am a female, Christian, and a young adult who has some questions about the topic of masturbation: Is masturbation wrong for women? (It seems as if God doesn’t talk about women, he seems to just mention “semen”). Is masturbation wrong, if you are thinking about sex in the boundaries of marriage (not fornication)? (For…

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Since a sin offering was required, is masturbation a sin?

Question: I was wondering if masturbation was a sin even if one didn’t have any sinful thoughts when he does it. In Leviticus 15:14-15 it says that the person who had a discharged should offer two young pigeons, one for a sin offering and other for a burnt offering. Does this make masturbation a sin? Answer:…

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Is it wrong to perform masturbation and petting?

Question: I read your sermon about masturbation, but I didn’t find a Scripture that says it’s wrong. Is it wrong to perform masturbation and petting? Is tongue kissing wrong? I am confused because does it mean that masturbation is a sin? Do you have any elders that you could ask? I am a member of…

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Will masturbating when single cause harm later when married?

Question: Is masturbating unsafe? Will it cause harm later in marriage? Answer: See “Is masturbation unacceptable?” for a discussion about whether it is right or wrong. In regards to marriage, most men who use masturbation as a way to curb their sexual desire find that it is no longer needed after marriage (I Corinthians 7:1-9),…

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How do you punish a boy caught masturbating?

Question: I have a problem. Yesterday, I sent my son to his room because he had misbehaved. About 15 minutes later I decided to check on him to make sure he wasn’t sulking. I normally knock before opening the door, but this time I just opened it. I was appalled to see him masturbating. He quickly…

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Are there dangers to masturbating?

Question: Is masturbating immoral and are there any dangers to masturbating? I’ve been having a big problem with this. I can’t seem to get a direct answer for this question from anyone and I can’t find a passage in the Bible that deals with this topic.   Answer: A while back someone asked a similar…

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How do you avoid sexual immorality?

Question: What ways are there to prevent oneself from going into sexual immorality? I have masturbated before and afterward, I repented. I realized that it’s very wrong to do so. So now I want to avoid it, but like you said before that it can become a hard habit to break. Thanks to the Lord…

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I’m addicted to pornography and masturbation. How do I stop?

Question: I’ve been addicted to porn and masturbation for two years. Everyone around thinks that I’m a right on Christian, but I’m not. Do I have to tell people what’s going on? I’m trying to stop. Will God still forgive me? Answer: Before any sin can be addressed, there has to be a period when…

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Is masturbation unacceptable?

Question: Is masturbation unacceptable? Answer: This question has been widely debated because the Scriptures do not directly refer to the practice. However, there are a series of passages that might include it. “If any man has an emission of semen, then he shall wash all his body in water, and be unclean until evening. And any garment…

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