First Corinthians 6:12-20

Honor God with your body, especially in regards to sexual temptation and activity.

This truth relates directly to Paul's comment that we are justified in the Lord (6:11) and cleansed by him. Since he has cleansed us and freed us, we must show thanksgiving and repsect by not further polluting the body and soul that he has purchased. Furthermore, since the Spirit indwells us, we must strive for personal purity. As Paul notes, "Do we unite our God with a prostitue?" The answer is "ABSOLUTELY NOT!" Yet, how many times do allow ourselves the freedom to do whatever we want, and thus bringing shame on the name of the one who died for our sins? Our society is much like that of Corinth in terms of sexual freedom and expression, and Paul is calling those who claim the Lordship of Christ to stand frim in their commitment to him and to their families. We are not free to do whatever we want, we are free to serve Christ!