What does the Bible say about sex in marriage? In this powerful message, we look at God’s design for sexual intimacy through the lens of 1 Corinthians 7:1–5 and discover that sex within marriage is not shameful, selfish, or cultural: it is sacred, powerful, and created by God.

This teaching confronts one of the most misunderstood gifts God has given humanity: sexual intimacy in the covenant of marriage. Using the picture of fire in a stone hearth, this sermon shows how sex is beautiful, warming, and life-giving when it stays within God’s design, but destructive when it is taken outside of it. Just like fire belongs in the fireplace, intimacy belongs in the covenant of marriage.

In this message, you’ll learn that sex was God’s idea from the beginning. Scripture speaks openly about it, not with embarrassment, but with purpose and holiness. Married couples are called to see intimacy not as a tool for manipulation, control, or selfishness, but as a mutual act of love, service, and covenant faithfulness. This message also addresses how culture has distorted sexuality through shame, selfishness, and misuse—and calls us back to biblical truth.

In this message, you will learn:

• What 1 Corinthians 7 teaches about intimacy in marriage

• Why sex is a sacred gift from God

• How culture has distorted God’s design

• Why intimacy in marriage should be mutual and selfless

• How married couples can honor God through communication and service

Key Scriptures referenced:

• 1 Corinthians 7:1–5

• Genesis 2

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New Life Church – Kalamazoo, MI

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