Noah Herrin opens a six-week series on sexuality by working through Paul’s instructions to the Corinthian church in 1 Corinthians chapters 6-7. He argues that Scripture gives clear instruction about sex, marriage (one man, one woman), and gender, and that God’s design leads to human flourishing. He addresses homosexuality directly - calling it sinful according to the Bible while insisting the church must welcome and love sinners and offer the gospel. Herrin emphasizes practical holiness: flee sexual temptation by pre-deciding boundaries, and use singleness as an opportunity to serve the Lord without distraction. The sermon balances truth-telling with pastoral care and a call to repentance and new life in Christ.
“Run from sexual sin. No other sin so clearly affects the body as this one does...your body is the temple of the Holy Spirit.” · Noah Herrin
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Practical application: pre-decide boundaries and avoid places or media that trigger sexual temptation; 'flee' rather than attempt to fight in the moment. Speak the truth in love - call people to repentance while welcoming those who struggle, because everyone needs the gospel. Use seasons of singleness as a focused opportunity to serve the Lord, and when married, steward callings with your spouse.
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