{"id":2968,"date":"2025-06-26T10:47:11","date_gmt":"2025-06-26T10:47:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nrb.ttm.mybluehost.me\/?p=2968"},"modified":"2025-06-26T10:47:12","modified_gmt":"2025-06-26T10:47:12","slug":"staying-pure-while-embracing-sexuality","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nrb.ttm.mybluehost.me\/staying-pure-while-embracing-sexuality\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Embrace Your Sexuality AND Stay Pure"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This blog post will help Christians to invite God into their sexuality and sex lives to help them stay pure and have amazing sex as God designed it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-tl-dr-the-summary\">TL;DR: The Summary<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You might be thinking, \u201cOkay, I get that sex was God\u2019s idea, but I\u2019m an adult with natural urges. How am I supposed to stay pure in today\u2019s world?\u201d Another common question is, \u201cWho\u2019s going to wait with me when I share my standards?\u201d These are valid concerns, especially as you grow older as a Christian single. It\u2019s one thing to tell a sixteen-year-old to wait, but what about a thirty-five-year-old woman who thought she\u2019d be married by now? What about a forty-two-year-old man striving for purity but thinking, \u201cI\u2019m a grown man\u201d? And what if you\u2019ve already had sex? You\u2019ve been exposed to that experience, and now you want to honor God, but your body is telling you something different.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-purity\">What is purity?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I want to assure you\u2014you can honor God with your body. But purity isn\u2019t just about abstaining from sex. Jesus said that if a man lusts after a woman in his heart, he has already committed the act. God wants our thoughts to be pure so that we don\u2019t objectify others. So, how do you maintain purity in a world filled with temptation? Let\u2019s break it down into five practical steps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#h-redefine-purity-as-a-strength-not-suppression\">Redefine Purity as Strength, Not Suppression<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#h-understand-the-why-behind-purity\">Understand the \u2018Why\u2019 Behind Purity<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#h-set-boundaries-that-empower-you\">Set Boundaries that Empower You<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#h-embrace-healthy-outlets-for-desire\">Embrace Healthy Outlets for Desire<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#h-seek-god-s-guidance-daily\">Seek God\u2019s Guidance Daily<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I want to emphasize that if you\u2019ve had sex before marriage, you are not damaged goods. When we confess our faults to the Lord, He is faithful to forgive us. But should we abuse His grace? Absolutely not! Because of God\u2019s grace, we shouldn\u2019t even entertain sin. Some ask, <em>\u2018How far is too far?\u2019<\/em> or <em>\u2018How close can I get to the line without crossing it?\u2019<\/em> If you find yourself asking these questions, it\u2019s a sign that your heart needs to realign with God\u2019s standards.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Instead, our mindset should be, <em>\u2018I don\u2019t want to be anywhere near the line.\u2019 <\/em>The enemy deceives us into believing we can\u2019t stay pure because our urges are too strong. But the Bible tells us that the Greater One lives inside us. If we have the Holy Spirit\u2014the fullness of God within us\u2014He has already empowered us to overcome temptation. Let\u2019s dive in!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"How to Embrace Your Sexuality AND Stay Pure\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/kHzNUgy_jKM?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-intro\">Intro<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cI love Jesus, but I have needs.\u201d I\u2019ve heard this too many times from Christian singles\u2014both men and women\u2014who profess their love for God yet are comfortable with premarital sex. Some even argue, \u201cWhy would God want me to marry someone without knowing if we&#8217;re sexually compatible?\u201d Unfortunately, this is a distorted mindset when it comes to sex. I once heard a pastor say in a sermon, \u201cSex is supposed to be a discovery, not an exhibit.\u201d In other words, we were never meant to fully understand or experience sex until marriage. Why? Because God wants to preserve our memories.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The late Dr. Myles Munroe explained this beautifully, emphasizing that God never intended for us to have multiple partners or toxic soul ties. Sex was always meant to be an act of love and genuine affection within marriage. You weren\u2019t meant to give your body to just anyone. There were never supposed to be \u201cone-night stands\u201d or \u201cfriends with benefits\u201d\u2014relationships that mimic intimacy but lack the commitment of marriage. You weren\u2019t meant to experience heartbreak, regretting a night with an ex who later left you for someone else. So what happened? Sin entered the picture, and now the enemy has perverted what God designed to be beautiful and good.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I recently read a post from a newlywed woman who is disappointed with her sex life because it\u2019s not what she expected. Thanks to how sex is portrayed in movies and television, she assumed it would be the same in real life. Instead, she finds it uncomfortable and unfulfilling. My response to her, along with other wives in the group, was simple: go back to the One who created sex\u2014God. He designed it, so we need to understand what His Word says about it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-redefine-purity-as-a-strength-not-suppression\">Redefine Purity as a Strength, Not Suppression<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">God is not trying to torture you by asking you to wait until marriage to have sex. Remember, God created sex, and He designed it to be good. He\u2019s not withholding anything from you\u2014if anything, He\u2019s reserving the best for you. I\u2019ve never heard someone say, <em>\u201cI regret waiting for the person God had for me.\u201d<\/em> More often, I hear, <em>\u201cMy spouse was worth the wait, and I\u2019d do it all over again if I had to.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sexuality is a gift from God. In the beginning, He created male and female and commanded them to be fruitful and multiply. Before sin entered the world, Adam and Eve lived in perfection, experiencing pure bliss with one another. While we now live in the aftermath of their choices, we are still empowered by God\u2019s Spirit to honor Him with our bodies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-reframe-sex\">Reframe sex<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Instead of thinking, <em>\u201cIt\u2019s torture that I have to wait to have sex,\u201d<\/em> reframe it as, <em>\u201cGod loves me so much that He wants me to have the best.\u201d<\/em> Doesn\u2019t that sound better than, <em>\u201cGod is holding out on me\u201d<\/em>? He\u2019s not. God delights in giving good gifts to His children, and He knows the right timing for them. Think about driving a car\u2014there\u2019s nothing wrong with driving at 30, but handing the keys to a two-year-old would be dangerous and deadly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You may be ready for your spouse, but sometimes it simply comes down to God\u2019s timing. It may sound clich\u00e9, but it\u2019s true. If I had met my husband before 2015, our relationship wouldn\u2019t have worked. I wasn\u2019t emotionally ready, and he wasn\u2019t even saved. He attended church and went through the motions, but his heart wasn\u2019t fully devoted to God. In His wisdom, God protected us from each other and didn\u2019t allow us to meet until six years later.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-waiting-for-sex\">Waiting for sex<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Was it tough being a single 30-year-old woman waiting to have sex? Absolutely. But a few years before I met my husband, God led me to the popular sermon series <em>Relationship Goals<\/em> by Pastor Michael Todd of Transformation Church. Two messages, <em>\u201cThe Sex Container\u201d<\/em> and <em>\u201cDoes Sex Own You?\u201d<\/em>, deeply impacted me. Later, I heard another sermon by Pastor Jerry Flowers titled <em>\u201cThe Sex Trap.\u201d<\/em> These teachings rewired my thinking about sex and helped me realize that God\u2019s intentions for me were good\u2014that waiting for my husband would be worth it. Anything less than God\u2019s best would be settling for a counterfeit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You don\u2019t want a counterfeit, do you? Do you really want to settle just for the sake of having sex? The pleasure may last for a moment, but it doesn\u2019t last forever. I can tell you now, as a married woman, sex is much better when shared with your God-given, kingdom spouse. There\u2019s no fear\u2014only true intimacy and trust.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Believe it or not, the intimacy of sex is meant to reflect the intimacy God desires with us. Just as a husband and wife become one flesh, we are called to be one in spirit with the Lord. When Paul says in the New Testament, <em>\u201cThat I may know Him,\u201d<\/em> the word <em>know<\/em> carries the same meaning as the deep intimacy between spouses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We are meant to know our spouse spiritually, emotionally, and then physically. Sadly, the world has flipped this order, making physical intimacy the first step before truly knowing someone\u2019s heart and spirit. Your sexuality is a gift from God, and He doesn\u2019t want you to misuse it or use others to satisfy temporary desires. Yes, your desires are real\u2014but what do you want more? To please Jesus or to please yourself?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/nrb.ttm.mybluehost.me\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/tim-hasse-dupe-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"bed and window\" class=\"wp-image-2245\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nrb.ttm.mybluehost.me\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/tim-hasse-dupe-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/nrb.ttm.mybluehost.me\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/tim-hasse-dupe-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/nrb.ttm.mybluehost.me\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/tim-hasse-dupe-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/nrb.ttm.mybluehost.me\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/tim-hasse-dupe-1536x2048.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/nrb.ttm.mybluehost.me\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/tim-hasse-dupe-9x12.jpg 9w, https:\/\/nrb.ttm.mybluehost.me\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/tim-hasse-dupe-scaled.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-understand-the-why-behind-purity\">Understand the \u2018Why\u2019 behind Purity<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"2\" class=\"wp-block-list\"><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As the late Dr. Myles Munroe once said, \u201cGod wants to preserve your memories.\u201d Your sexual experiences should bring a smile to your face, not regret. When purity feels like just another rule, it becomes difficult to uphold. While I believe the leaders of the purity culture had good intentions, they took it too far, burdening people with a rigid set of rules. If one rule was broken, a person was seen as damaged goods\u2014beyond redemption. But when you view your sexuality as a way to honor God and understand His heart for sex, purity becomes an empowered choice, not an obligation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Song of Solomon 1:2 says, \u201cLet him kiss me with the kisses of his mouth\u2014For your love is better than wine.\u201d Does this sound like a God who doesn\u2019t care about passion? Do you think He wants you to be in a boring, lifeless marriage? Of course not. The issue isn\u2019t passion itself\u2014it\u2019s that we often prioritize passion first. While chemistry is important, it cannot be the foundation of a lasting relationship.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You should be excited about your spouse, and there\u2019s nothing wrong with looking forward to your wedding day. Romance and fun are wonderful aspects of marriage, but again, they shouldn\u2019t be the foundation. Above all, God desires our union to honor Him.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-god-is-always-with-you\">God is always with you<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One thing God revealed to me in prayer as a single woman was that He wants to be glorified in every aspect of my life\u2014including my sex life. This realization blew my mind because I had never considered that before. We often forget that as God\u2019s children, He is always with us. That means He doesn\u2019t step out of the room when we have sex\u2014His presence remains. With this in mind, we must strive to ensure that our actions honor Him, not disappoint Him.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-set-boundaries-that-empower-you\">Set Boundaries that Empower You<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"3\" class=\"wp-block-list\"><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cNo kissing, no touching, no hand-holding.\u201d Again, while I\u2019d like to think purity culture had good intentions, many of its rules became burdensome. Extremes were taken, and shame was passed down to those who made even a single mistake. If you were interested in someone\u2014even as a teenager\u2014you were often expected to treat them as a future spouse. There was little room to date casually and simply get to know the opposite sex. Everything was taken seriously. Before long, men and women didn\u2019t even know how to communicate with each other. Women were unsure of what men liked, and guys were left wondering how to escape the so-called <em>friend zone.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I think both men and women need to take a step back and breathe. A first date is not a marriage proposal, and being interested in someone doesn\u2019t automatically mean they\u2019re your future spouse. If you both are comfortable with holding hands once you become exclusive, that\u2019s fine. Do I recommend making out in an empty parking lot after church? Of course not.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-know-yourself\">Know yourself<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You need to know your triggers. If kissing arouses you and you prefer to avoid it, communicate that to the person you\u2019re dating. Likewise, if they don\u2019t feel comfortable <em>Netflix and chilling<\/em> at your apartment, respect that. The Bible tells us to flee from the appearance of evil. While purity culture may have imposed unnecessary burdens, God\u2019s standards provide healthy guardrails so you can date with honor. Having accountability in place is also important. You may need your friends to check in on you if your date night runs late.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some may argue, <em>\u201cI\u2019m an adult\u2014I don\u2019t need people checking on me. I can handle myself.\u201d<\/em> That may be true, but the flesh is tricky. You want to set yourself up for success in dating. If you end up marrying this person, you\u2019ll want to say your vows with no regrets and no guilt. My husband and I were able to do this because we honored one another in dating. This is the way God intended it to be, and having healthy boundaries now will prepare you to maintain them in marriage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-embrace-healthy-outlets-for-desire\">Embrace Healthy Outlets for Desire<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"4\" class=\"wp-block-list\"><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>\u201cHow am I supposed to deal with my urges?\u201d <\/em>As Christian singles age, <a href=\"https:\/\/nrb.ttm.mybluehost.me\/sex-drive\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">controlling legitimate sexual desires<\/a> becomes increasingly difficult. If you have a sexual past before coming to Jesus, you may feel tempted to return to old habits, risking a permanent decision based on a temporary urge. So, what can you do? Passion and attraction are natural\u2014it\u2019s not a sin to feel what you\u2019re feeling. However, when your focus is solely on fulfilling your own desires, it becomes dangerous.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Believe it or not, sex is another form of service. It\u2019s about pleasing your spouse, just as they are responsible for your pleasure. When both spouses serve each other, all needs are met.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-exercise\">Exercise<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the meantime, how can you honor God with your sexuality as a Christian single? Research shows that the same chemicals released during sex are also released when you exercise. A walk or a run may help. When was the last time you did burpees or held a plank? While this isn&#8217;t a foolproof method, physical activity can help release built-up energy and tension.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-conversation\">Conversation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Another helpful outlet is having a conversation with a trusted friend. Sex isn\u2019t just about physical release\u2014it\u2019s also about emotional connection. Who in your life can you talk to, someone who will encourage you and point you in the right direction? Another go-to strategy of mine was watching a sermon. Listening to biblical teaching shifted my focus and strengthened my faith in the moment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-thankfulness\">Thankfulness<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Why not take that moment to thank God? Try praying aloud: <em>\u201cThank You, God, for my sexuality. I know I will one day fully express myself with my spouse, but until then, help me honor You in this moment.\u201d<\/em> You can also ask, <em>\u201cLord, what can I do right now until this moment passes?\u201d<\/em> He created you, so why not seek His guidance?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-seek-god-s-guidance-daily\">Seek God\u2019s Guidance Daily<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"5\" class=\"wp-block-list\"><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">God created sex, and He created you. Why wouldn\u2019t He help you when you ask Him? Be honest about where you are. You can tell Him your frustrations\u2014there\u2019s no point in hiding them since He already knows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some may think, <em>These urges are too strong. I can\u2019t control myself.<\/em> But remember, as a Christian, the Holy Spirit lives within you. If God is powerful enough to save you, isn\u2019t He also powerful enough to help you manage sexual temptation? Some believe it\u2019s best to ask God to take these desires away. While that may seem reasonable, you will need your sexual desire when you get married. Do you really want God to remove it? Probably not.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This isn\u2019t an easy area to manage, but it\u2019s not impossible. With God, all things are possible if we believe. Yes, we must do our part. Avoid tempting situations, and don\u2019t assume you\u2019re <em>strong enough<\/em> to handle them alone\u2014you aren\u2019t, and you\u2019ll likely stumble. Stay grounded in God\u2019s Word, prayer, community, and mentorship, and you will succeed in walking in true purity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ready to <a href=\"https:\/\/onelink.to\/websiteurl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">meet God-honoring Christian singles<\/a>? Download the SALT app today to find <a href=\"https:\/\/www.be-salt.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Christians striving for sexual purity<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This blog post will help Christians to invite God into their sexuality and sex lives to help them stay pure and have amazing sex as God designed it. TL;DR: The Summary You might be thinking, \u201cOkay, I get that sex was God\u2019s idea, but I\u2019m an adult with natural urges. 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