Things Unseen with Sinclair B. Ferguson

Jesus’ Teaching on Marriage and Gender

Mar 27, 2025
The discussion dives into the biblical foundations of marriage and gender, emphasizing God's creation of male and female. It highlights how Jesus affirmed these teachings, contrasting them with modern interpretations. The conversation also critiques contemporary views like gay marriage and no-fault divorce, warning about the risks of choosing personal happiness over divine design. Sinclair Ferguson makes a compelling case that adhering to these traditional values is essential for human flourishing.
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INSIGHT

Jesus Affirms Genesis On Marriage

  • Jesus affirms Genesis 2's teaching that God created them male and female.
  • He uses that creation order to define marriage as one man and one woman joined by God.
INSIGHT

Only Two Created Sexes, Says Jesus' View

  • Ferguson argues only two created sexes exist and deviations are distortions of creation.
  • He claims Jesus' view therefore rules out gay marriage and no‑ground divorce.
ADVICE

Stand On Christ's Logic, Not Culture

  • Reject contemporary legal endorsements that contradict Genesis and Christ's teaching.
  • Follow Jesus' logic to unmask cultural claims like "love conquers all" when they justify breaking creation order.
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