Pros

update

29 Sept 05

Marriage

“Marriage should be honoured by all and the marriage bed kept pure” Hebrews 13:4

Think how many sports stars have been involved in some kind of sex scandal in the past year. As a sportsperson you are often young, fit, desirable. You may experience temptations that do not bother others. But with opportunity comes responsibility.

Depending on your sport, you may spend a lot of time on the road. The pre-season or end of season tour may also put you in compromising situations. You will have to draw the line at some point. You may be comfortable going for a drink but the night-club may be a bridge too far.

The Word of God is clear. Sex is for marriage and marriage is for life. That the Bible has so much to say about sex and marriage simply shows us that despite the increasing sophistication of modern life, people have not changed.

Accepting God’s standards in marriage can make you look very strange in a culture where the only “sin” is getting caught.

Holiness is living differently for Jesus’ sake. Being holy in marriage is part of putting Christ first in your life and living by his standards. Being a Christian isn’t about going to church for an hour on Sunday. It is much more about how you live your life the rest of the week.

Graham and Stuart

 

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