There are a lot of people out there both male and female that are not sexually active and some that are even still virgins. I just want you to be encouraged today that there is nothing wrong with that. Do not let pop culture and society tell you that you must have sex in order to be somebody. That is a lie straight from the pits of Hell. You are a completely unique individual. You are not "weird" or "lame" or a "square" because you choose not to participate in sexual activity. Of course you are going to be peculiar to the world because you are representing Christ and making wise decisions. Anyone that calls you those names is probably jealous that you have avoided the pitfalls of premarital sex and fornication. The Bible tells us to flee fornication anyway "Flee fornication. Every sin that a man doeth is without the body; but he that committeth fornication sinneth against his own body." 1 Corinthians 6:18 Your body is the temple of the Holy Ghost, therefore we should not sin against it. You should never feel ashamed for honouring God "Yet if [any man suffer] as a Christian, let him not be ashamed; but let him glorify God on this behalf." 1 Peter 4:16
When you have sex outside of marriage you are putting yourself and others at risk. You could contract an STD or get yourself pregnant ladies and guys you could have the responsibility of a child before you are ready. The the cycle of fatherless homes then begins and continues to infect the community. This often leads to violence, jail time, or early death. Not to mention that some of these individuals have not been given a strong foundation in the things of God because their parents are still developing themselves. Many of us are faced with the pressures of sexual temptation everyday. We see it on television and in public on a regular basis. The world would have you believe that it is the norm and that since everyone is doing it that it is okay. It is another tactic of Satan who only wants to separate you from God, but praise the Lord that he Loves us anyway and we have freedom through Jesus Christ! (John 8:36)
Men, anytime a woman tries to tempt you into sexual activity, do not be ashamed to say NO! You may even have to run sometimes as Joseph did in the Bible (Genesis 39:7-10). You are not weak if you have to do this. You are just being honest with where you are at the moment. If a woman calls you "gay" or a "punk" because you refuse to have sex with her, just shake the dust off your feet and keep it moving. I would rather her call me names that are not true than to end up jeopardizing my walk with God. I cannot give in when there is a great woman out there waiting for me. Plus, you will feel worse if you fall into sin with a woman and create a "soul tie". Show her your strength by saying no and refusing to give in. Don't be afraid of losing her, because if she can't respect your walk then she is not the woman for you anyway. Besides, if she is calling you those names then she is disrespecting Jesus as well, because I did not read any account of Jesus fornicating in the Bible.
Women, do not let a man manipulate you into sexual activity. He may even call you names like "church girl" or what have you, but do not fall for it. A man may also try to convince you by saying that he can make you a woman by having sex with you. The ONLY one that can make you a woman is God through the blood of Jesus! If a man is speaking to you that way he is trying to manipulate you and play on your weaknesses or fulfillment issues. Do not allow this to take place. Some women feel like they have to be with someone in order to feel important or fulfilled, but that is not true. If you have to, just get a pet or something, but do not get into a relationship with the wrong man! I repeat. Do not get into a relationship with the wrong man! Guys, you should not be with the wrong woman either. You should be equally yoked. "Be ye not unequally yoked together with unbelievers: for what fellowship hath righteousness with unrighteousness? and what communion hath light with darkness?" 2 Corinthians 6:14
If you are not participating in sexual activity your life is a testimony to someone. Yes, it will seem hard or like everyone is laughing at you. That's called persecution and it's usually an indication that you are on the right path. You may even experience persecution from those in the church or your family as well, especially as a male because so many people feel like a male is supposed to be sexually active. This has been a way of proving whether or not your son was gay, especially in the black community. That is not of God and you are not gay just because you are being obedient and honouring God with your body by abstaining from sex. Remember also, when you honour God he will honour you as well and put you on display (1 Samuel 2:30). So let them say whatever, because God does the rewarding. "And let us not be weary in well doing: for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not." Galatians 6:9
For anyone that has participated in sex, you are a testimony as well. God uses you in a mighty way to steer those who may be headed down the wrong path to the truth. The word says that "[There is] therefore now no condemnation to them which are in Christ Jesus, who walk not after the flesh, but after the Spirit." Romans 8:1 So you do not have to feel condemned about your past life. When you repent God puts it into the sea of forgetfulness anyway as the scripture says "He will turn again, he will have compassion upon us; he will subdue our iniquities; and thou wilt cast all their sins into the depths of the sea." Micah 7:19 The only one who tries to bring up past sins is Satan because he is the accuser of the brethren (Revelation 12:10). So, just rebuke that clown and go on about God's business. Your testimony will help someone else overcome (Revelation 12:10).
So do not be ashamed because you do not have a sexual presence in the world. Just be sure that you are serving God with all of your heart and he will take care of any area of lack in your life "Though thy beginning was small, yet thy latter end should greatly increase." Job 8:7. Do not let others persuade you to get off of the path that God has laid out for you. Do not grow weary, tired, or depressed from your journey, because that is only a trick of Satan to make you believe that what God said will not come to pass. Remember, Satan is the father of lies and there is no truth found in him (John 8:44). It may seem like your work is in vain, but don't give up "But thanks [be] to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ." -1 Corinthians 15:57
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