The Bible commands believers to abstain from sexual immorality as part of God's will for their sanctification.
In 1 Thessalonians 4:3-8, the Apostle Paul clearly states that God's will for our lives includes our sanctification, which entails abstaining from fornication and any form of sexual immorality. This teaching highlights that sexual purity is paramount in the life of a believer; our bodies are described as vessels to be used for honorable purposes. Paul’s admonition reminds us that sexual purity is not merely a suggestion but a necessary element of our holiness that reflects God's character. He stresses that believers should strive to live in a manner that sets them apart from the worldly practices of moral decay, embodying instead the righteousness that comes from God.
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