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Jesus' Vision for Sex and Desire
Mar 18, 2024
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 emphasizes the importance of avoiding lust by addressing the deeper issues of desire and character, not just the physical act of adultery.
- The podcast explores the counter-cultural aspects of Christian marriage, focusing on mutual respect and responsibility within the marital relationship.
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The Profound View of Sexual Desire in the Biblical Tradition
The podcast discusses how the Bible views sexual desire as a profound aspect of human experience, emphasizing the importance of understanding sex as sacred and a reflection of something transcendent. Jesus highlights the significance of not committing adultery, delving into the deeper issues of desire and character rather than just the physical act. The conversation with New Testament scholar Dr. Lucy Pepiet explores the biblical vision of how men and women should relate to one another beyond just the command of not committing adultery.
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