Is looking at pornography fornication?

April 28, 2007

Question: When a man is involved in porn on the net, does that qualify as fornication? May a woman put her husband away when this happens? Answer: “And I say to you, whoever divorces his wife, except for sexual immorality, and marries another, commits adultery; and whoever marries her who is divorced commits adultery” (Matthew…

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Is viewing pornography wrong when you are married?

March 2, 2007

Question: Is viewing pornography when you are already married wrong? I know there are still people who still view porn even if they are married. Actually, I caught a parent watching an x-rated movie, but, of course, I didn’t show myself to them in fear of being scolded. No matter how you view it porn…

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Is it wrong for a married couple to record themselves having sex?

January 14, 2007

Question: Do you think it’s wrong for a married couple to record themselves on video when having sex? Answer: The question that must be asked is, “For what purpose?” Why would a couple want to record private moments, especially given that it may be seen by others? The only reason that I could come up with…

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Is it a sin to view naked girls?

January 4, 2007

Question: Is it a sin to view naked girls? Not in a pornographic way, but as in like just girls without their clothes on. Answer: Much depends on the purpose for which the viewing takes place. If it was a sin to see someone naked (boy or girl), then parents would have a hard time…

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I discovered one of my stepsons is looking at pornography

October 24, 2006

Question: I recently discovered that at least one of my stepsons had downloaded pornography on their computer, which is in their shared bedroom. The fourteen-year-old seems to be the guilty culprit, but he won’t own up. The twelve-year-old says it wasn’t him, and I believe him. The law says I’m within my right to beat…

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What is pornography’s draw?

September 22, 2006

Question: I don’t know if this was already explained, but why are so many people addicted to pornography? More and more people are engaging in this kind of activities. And the viewers get younger and younger. I highly doubt that there are any benefits of pornography. But why? It’s really a sin to do such…

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How do you avoid sexual immorality?

March 12, 2006

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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How do I tell my son about puberty?

October 24, 2005

Question: How do I tell my son about puberty? Answer: First, as your child grows, look for teachable moments. These are times when your child asks you questions that can be used to discuss important matters without making it seem like a major production. For example, your little boy might tell you “I’m glad my…

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

July 3, 2005

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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Does pornography change a person?

January 3, 2005

Question: My ex-boyfriend told me when I shared with him that it hurt my feelings he was using pornography, “Well, good riddance to a woman like that!  Everybody does it!  Guys use it to get off.”  He would also say things like, “It took me two years to get over Asian skin.” I got out…

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What is the spiritual impact of online pornography?

December 28, 2004

Question: What is the spiritual impact of online pornography?  I dated a man who used it a lot and even though we are no longer dating, I feel icky about his choice to use this. Answer: Pornography’s impact is the same, whether we discuss pornography distributed over the Internet or found in “adult” stores or…

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What sexual acts should not be committed before marriage?

September 21, 2004

Question: What sexual acts should not be committed in a relationship before marriage? Answer: “Marriage is honorable among all, and the bed undefiled; but fornicators and adulterers God will judge” (Hebrews 13:4). From the time that God created the world, His intention was that sex would be freely expressed within marriages between a husband and…

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Is masturbation unacceptable?

March 24, 2004

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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A Look at Pornography

February 28, 2004

by Jeffrey W. Hamilton Pornography: Material that deals with sex in a rude or offensive manner. Material designed to shock the viewer in how sex is depicted. Material that is sexually explicit and intended to arouse sexual passion. The depiction of sex has become increasingly common in our society. It is rare to find a…

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How do I have sex on my wedding night?

February 28, 2004

Question: How do I have sex on my first wedding night? Explain with pictures or photos. Answer: What you have requested falls into the realm of pornography. I would recommend the article “A Look at Pornography” for an explanation of why this would be inappropriate. If in the remote chance that you are somewhat serious about your…

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