Lucy Peppiatt, a New Testament scholar and principal of WTC, joins the discussion on Jesus’ radical views about sex and desire. She unpacks teachings from the Sermon on the Mount, including the ethical dimensions behind lust and the call to purify one's heart. They delve into the Genesis ideal of gender relationships, emphasizing mutual respect and love. The conversation culminates in a challenge to rethink societal attitudes towards sexuality, encouraging personal reflection and deeper connections based on biblical principles.
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Jesus' View on Sex
Jesus viewed sexual desire as sacred and transcendent, not something to be avoided.
This perspective explains his extreme stance on lust, not a low view of sexuality.
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Lust vs. Love
Lust isn't a degree of healthy sexual desire; it's the opposite of love.
It's a distorted, anti-love force.
volunteer_activism ADVICE
Lust as a Power Play
Recognize that lust is taking something that isn't yours, a power play.
Avoid externalizing the problem; men must address their own hearts.
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Sermon on the Mount E12 – In Matthew 5:27-30, Jesus references the Torah’s command to not commit adultery (Exod. 20:14), going on to say that any man who lusts (or “goes on looking”) at a woman commits adultery with her in his heart. So what is his solution to avoid lust? Cut off a hand and gouge out an eye! Whoa—what is Jesus talking about? In this episode, Jon, Tim, and special guest Lucy Peppiatt discuss the meaning and impact of lust, the Bible’s original ideal for men and women, and Jesus’ countercultural vision for sex and marriage in the Kingdom of the skies.
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Show Credits
Jon Collins is the creative producer for today’s show, and Tim Mackie is the lead scholar. Production of today’s episode is by Lindsey Ponder, producer; Cooper Peltz, managing producer; Colin Wilson, producer; and Stephanie Tam, consultant and editor. Tyler Bailey and Frank Garza are our audio editors, and Tyler Bailey also provided our sound design and mix. JB Witty does our show notes, and Hannah Woo provides the annotations for our app. Special thanks to Lucy Peppiatt. Today’s hosts are Jon Collins and Michelle Jones.
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