Whether you're talking about sex or if the bible is outdated....God's word will never pass away.

Whether you’re talking about sex or if the bible is outdated….God’s word will never pass away.


Two thoughts for today…Sex and relevancy of the bible:
First of all, I am so grateful for the letters, messages, and texts I’ve received, and conversations I’ve had with others regarding the topic of purity, specifically virginity. A huge THANK YOU!
A couple of months ago God put it on my heart to write about it. Yesterday He guided me to have it ready for the month of December, the “Gift Giving” month. This morning I woke up praying about it even more.
I have no idea the direction that The Holy Spirit is guiding my thoughts and pen (ok, fingers for typing) to finalize this journal entry. Will it be one long entry? Will there be various posting broken down into topics? I’m not sure yet. All I know is however this ends up when I hit the “publish” button, to God be all the glory. I just want y’all to grow more in love with Jesus and desire Him more than anything.
Can I count on you to pray with and for me through this process? I desire to be His instrument. Much thanks!
(So feel free to keep sending me your stories. How about if you were to write a letter to your younger self and send it my way? That would be an interesting piece/ some good advice/ even possibly therapeutic to write. I’d still LOVE to hear more from you men. *hint*hint*)
Secondly, do you think the bible is a “tad bit outdated”?
I recently received a message from someone using those exact words. While I wasn’t judging, nor will I, this person at all, my heart saddened a bit and made me ponder on how our society does perceives God’s word today.
Three verses (yes, from the bible) come to my mind:
Mark 13:31, Hebrews 4:12-13, and Numbers 23:19
“Heaven and earth will pass away, but My words will never pass away.” Mark 13:31
“God is not a man; He will not lie. God is not a human being; His decisions will not change. If He says He will do something, then He will do it. If He makes a promise, then He will do what He promised.” Mark 13:31
The Message translation says: “God means what He says. What He says goes. His powerful Word is sharp as a surgeon’s scalpel, cutting through everything, whether doubt or defense, laying us open to listen and obey. Nothing and no one is impervious to God’s Word. We can’t get away from it—no matter what.” Hebrews 4:12-13 MSG
A more prominent translation (NIV) types it this way: “For the word of God is alive and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart. 13 Nothing in all creation is hidden from God’s sight. Everything is uncovered and laid bare before the eyes of him to whom we must give account.” Hebrews 4:12-13 NIV
I found two websites that wrote about the relevancy of the bible today as well:
GodandScience.org “Is Christianity and the Bible Too Old-Fashioned to be Relevant in Today’s Society?”
gotquestions.org “Is the Bible relevant for today?”
I want to encourage you to dive into God’s word. Don’t look at it as “what’s in it for me?” but “what does God want to reveal to you”. His word is powerful! It is real! It is relevant! I personally see His words come to life every day. No matter how our world changes, and boy does it, God and His word will never change.
I pray many blessings and much JOY for you! Have a wonderful day. – Stephanie
 

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