THE PERMISSIVE AGE(Part One)
This permissive age in which we live has produced a generation which neither knows or cares
about biblical principles of morality. Chastity, the sanctity of marriage and purity of heart almost seem
to be relics of another age. Many young people are growing up under consistent suggestions from the
media and many of their friends that in moral matters “each can do his own thing.” Many people of
more mature years are also affected. Here are some plain facts about morality for both young and old:
1. Fornication is sin. This means every kind of illicit sexual activity. The Bible is plain. Those
who practice fornication cannot go to heaven (Gal. 5:19-21). Paul says that fornication is a work of the
flesh and that they which practice such things shall not inherit the kingdom of God.
2. Homosexual activities are contrary to nature and to God’s will. We read in Romans 1:27, “and likewise also the men, leaving the natural use of the woman, burned in their lust one toward
another, men with men working unseemliness, and receiving in themselves that recompense of their
error which was due.” What is called “gay” will result in those who practice such to be cast into hell.
3. Pornography is a medium for lust and lasciviousness. This applies to suggestiveness, lewd-
ness, nudity, etc., whether in print, movies, photographs or TV. Jesus said, “but I say unto you, that
every one that looketh on a woman to lust after her hath committed adultery with her already in his
heart” (Matt. 5:28). 4. Things done in secret are never hidden from God. Actions too shameful to describe are some-
times done in secret (Eph. 5:12). Modern situations which provide privacy cause many to feel that
their sins are secret. God sees it all (Prov. 15:3; Heb. 4:13). Every secret thing will be brought into
judgment (Eccl. 12:14). 5. Love is not an excuse for sexual sin. A typical defense for illicit sexual sin is “We love each
other.” In the highest sense of love, one will not cause the one he/she loves to do that which will put
him/her in danger of the fires of hell. One should be honest enough to call things by their right name. It
is not love--it is lust! Romans 13:14 says, “But put ye on the Lord Jesus Christ, and make not pro-
vision for the flesh to fulfill the lusts thereof.”
Let us keep in mind that this world and the lust thereof will pass away (1 John 2:17). Let us not
give in to this permissive age in which we live. Let us respect God’s higher moral standards and teach
our children and grandchildren to do the same!
THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK: Don’t repeat anything if you are not willing to put your name to
it.
Have a great week!
Love ya,
Jesse
about biblical principles of morality. Chastity, the sanctity of marriage and purity of heart almost seem
to be relics of another age. Many young people are growing up under consistent suggestions from the
media and many of their friends that in moral matters “each can do his own thing.” Many people of
more mature years are also affected. Here are some plain facts about morality for both young and old:
1. Fornication is sin. This means every kind of illicit sexual activity. The Bible is plain. Those
who practice fornication cannot go to heaven (Gal. 5:19-21). Paul says that fornication is a work of the
flesh and that they which practice such things shall not inherit the kingdom of God.
2. Homosexual activities are contrary to nature and to God’s will. We read in Romans 1:27, “and likewise also the men, leaving the natural use of the woman, burned in their lust one toward
another, men with men working unseemliness, and receiving in themselves that recompense of their
error which was due.” What is called “gay” will result in those who practice such to be cast into hell.
3. Pornography is a medium for lust and lasciviousness. This applies to suggestiveness, lewd-
ness, nudity, etc., whether in print, movies, photographs or TV. Jesus said, “but I say unto you, that
every one that looketh on a woman to lust after her hath committed adultery with her already in his
heart” (Matt. 5:28). 4. Things done in secret are never hidden from God. Actions too shameful to describe are some-
times done in secret (Eph. 5:12). Modern situations which provide privacy cause many to feel that
their sins are secret. God sees it all (Prov. 15:3; Heb. 4:13). Every secret thing will be brought into
judgment (Eccl. 12:14). 5. Love is not an excuse for sexual sin. A typical defense for illicit sexual sin is “We love each
other.” In the highest sense of love, one will not cause the one he/she loves to do that which will put
him/her in danger of the fires of hell. One should be honest enough to call things by their right name. It
is not love--it is lust! Romans 13:14 says, “But put ye on the Lord Jesus Christ, and make not pro-
vision for the flesh to fulfill the lusts thereof.”
Let us keep in mind that this world and the lust thereof will pass away (1 John 2:17). Let us not
give in to this permissive age in which we live. Let us respect God’s higher moral standards and teach
our children and grandchildren to do the same!
THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK: Don’t repeat anything if you are not willing to put your name to
it.
Have a great week!
Love ya,
Jesse
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