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08/08/2026

The Biblical Concept of "Abomination" Regarding S*x and Gender

In the Bible, the term abomination (Hebrew: to'evah; Greek: bdelugma) refers to actions, desires, or identities that fundamentally violate God’s established order for creation.

When applied specifically to s*x and gender, Scripture defines an abomination as any intentional deviation from, or distortion of, the biological, functional, and relational boundaries God established for men and women at Creation (Genesis 1:27, 2:24).

1. The Core Definition - Defying Creation Design

Biblically, the prohibition against certain s*xual and gender practices is rooted in the creation order. An act or practice is identified as an abomination when it resists or dismantles the distinction between male and female or distorts the intended context for s*xual expression.

Gender Distinction - God created humanity strictly male and female, assigning unique, complementary roles and identities to each.

S*xual Design - God ordained s*xual intimacy exclusively for a covenantal, heteros*xual marriage between one man and one woman.

The Nature of the Violation - Crossing or blurring these boundary lines—whether through conduct, presentation, or inward desire—is defined as an act of rebellion (to'evah) against the Creator's design.

2. Scripture Passages on S*x, Gender, and Abomination
The text addresses the distortion of s*x and gender across both Old and New Testaments, identifying specific practices and their spiritual implications.

A. Gender Boundaries & Presentation

Deuteronomy 22:5
"The woman shall not wear that which pertaineth unto a man, neither shall a man put on a woman's garment: for all that do so are abomination unto the LORD thy God."

This command addresses cross-dressing and the intentional blurring of distinct gender identities. In the Hebrew context, attempting to efface or swap male and female identity—whether through apparel or social presentation—is declared inherently detestable (to'evah) to God.

B. Same-S*x Relations or Marriage

Leviticus 20:13
"If a man also lie with mankind, as he lieth with a woman, both of them have committed an abomination: they shall surely be put to death; their blood shall be upon them."

Under the Mosaic Covenant, same-s*x physical relations were explicitly classified as an abomination. The severity of the penalty reflected the holiness code required of Israel, marking same-s*x behavior as a direct violation of the marital structure established in Genesis.

C. Deviation from "Natural Use"

Romans 1:26–27
"26 For this cause God gave them up unto vile affections: for even their women did change the natural use into that which is against nature: 27 And likewise also the men, leaving the natural use of the woman, burned in their lust one toward another; men with men working that which is unseemly, and receiving in themselves that recompence of their error which was meet."

The Apostle Paul identifies same-s*x desires and actions (among both men and women) as a manifestation of humanity turning away from God. By abandoning the "natural use" (heteros*xual union aligned with biological design) for that which is "against nature," individuals exchange God's design for dishonorable passions.

D. Gender Roles, Conduct, and the Kingdom

1 Corinthians 6:9–10
"9 Know ye not that the unrighteous shall not inherit the kingdom of God? Be not deceived: neither fornicators, nor idolaters, nor adulterers, nor effeminate, nor abusers of themselves with mankind... shall inherit the kingdom of God."

Paul lists specific behaviors that exclude individuals from God's Kingdom:

"Effeminate" (Malakos) - Historically used to describe a man who abandons masculine identity, adopting soft, passive, or feminine traits in a s*xual or social context.

"Abusers of themselves with mankind" (Arsenokoitēs): A term combining the Greek words for "male" and "bed," explicitly referencing same-s*x male s*xual conduct.

3. From the Mind to Divine Judgment
The Bible outlines a clear progression regarding how s*xual and gender-related sins manifest and their ultimate consequences:

Origin in the Heart - An abominable act does not occur in a vacuum; it begins in the mind and heart through disordered desires, unrenewed thinking, and the rejection of divine authority over one's body and identity.

Manifestation in Behavior - Internal rebellion manifests outwardly through same-s*x relationships, bis*xual practice, or the refusal to accept one's God-given biological s*x.

The Warning of Final Judgment - Persistent, unrepentant practice of acts defined as abominable carries severe eternal warnings:

Revelation 21:8:
"But the fearful, and unbelieving, and the abominable, and murderers, and whoremongers, and sorcerers, and idolaters, and all liars, shall have their part in the lake which burneth with fire and brimstone: which is the second death."

Summary

In the biblical framework, an abomination in s*x or gender is any act, desire, or lifestyle that actively rejects or alters God's created distinction between male and female, or strays from the boundary of heteros*xual marriage. The scriptures characterize these behaviors as detestable before God, urging individuals toward repentance and alignment with His original creation model.

Conclusion:

Our identity and s*xuality are not ours to redefine, but God's to dictate. To reject His boundaries is an affront to His holiness, but to yield to His design is the ultimate expression of worship and obedience.

01/08/2026

Contentment Over Crown

2 Samuel 19:37 (KJV)

"Let thy servant, I pray thee, turn back again, that I may die in mine own city, and be buried by the grave of my father and of my mother. But behold thy servant Chimham; let him go over with my lord the king; and do to him what shall seem good unto thee."

Background

Following the end of Absalom’s rebellion, King David was returning in victory to Jerusalem. Barzillai the Gileadite, an 80-year-old wealthy man, had faithfully provided food and supplies for David and his army while they were fleeing in exile (2 Samuel 17:27–29).

To show his immense gratitude, King David invited Barzillai to live in the royal palace in Jerusalem where David would care for him. Verse 37 is Barzillai’s graceful refusal—he asks instead to return to his home city to spend his remaining days peacefully, while recommending his son (or young servant), Chimham, to go in his place to serve the king.

Godly Contentment Over Worldly Promotion

Barzillai was offered royal honors, luxury, and prestige in Jerusalem. Yet, at 80 years old, he knew what truly mattered to him. He was not swayed by temporal perks or status; he was content with the humble, familiar life God had given him.

Selflessness & Generational Legacy

Rather than taking advantage of the king's favor for himself, Barzillai redirected the opportunity to Chimham (traditionally understood as his son). True godly leadership yields platform and opportunity so that the next generation can thrive and serve.

An Awareness of Life's Seasons

Barzillai had a healthy perspective on his own mortality ("that I may die in mine own city..."). He recognized that his active chapter of public service was drawing to a close, and he gracefully stepped aside to prepare his heart and home for his final resting place.

Are you seeking position or purpose?
Like Barzillai, learn to recognize when an offer—even a good one—is not aligned with God's current season for your life.

Who are you passing the torch to?
Look around your ministry, home, or workplace. How can you step back to create room and favor for younger believers?

Is your heart set on eternity?
Reflecting on life’s briefness keeps our priorities anchored in what lasts forever.

20/07/2026

EVANGELISM? OR EVANGE-LIGAW?

Unequal Yokes

The primary warning against "evange-ligaw" stems from the biblical principle of spiritual compatibility. Entering a romantic partnership with the hope that the other person will eventually change their faith creates a fractured foundation.

2 Corinthians 6:14
"Be ye not unequally yoked together with unbelievers: for what fellowship hath righteousness with unrighteousness? and what communion hath light with darkness?"

A yoke connects two working animals. If they are mismatched in size, strength, or direction, they cannot plow straight.

Romance requires deep spiritual unity. When you court a non-believer with the intent to convert them, you are entering a yoke God explicitly warned against, hoping to fix the mismatch later

Gospel should be a Pure Motive.

True evangelism is entirely centered on Christ and the salvation of a soul. Romantic courting is centered on personal affection and companionship. Mixing the two muddies the waters of both.

1 Thessalonians 2:4
"But as we were allowed of God to be put in trust with the gospel, even so we speak; not as pleasing men, but God, which trieth our hearts."

Paul emphasizes that the Gospel is a sacred trust. Our motives for sharing it must be pure, aimed at pleasing God rather than securing a romantic partner.

If a person "accepts Christ" just to stay in a relationship with you, their conversion may be superficial—driven by affection for you rather than conviction from the Holy Spirit.

Hearts Can Be Turned Away

Scripture gives clear historical warnings about the danger of letting romantic attachments override spiritual boundaries. Even the wisest people are susceptible.

1 Kings 11:4
"For it came to pass, when Solomon was old, that his wives turned away his heart after other gods: and his heart was not perfect with the LORD his God, as was the heart of David his father."

King Solomon was granted unmatched wisdom by God, yet his romantic alliances with women who did not worship the Lord ultimately led to his spiritual decline.

We often think, "I will change them." The biblical pattern warns of the opposite danger: "They might change you."

Reflection Questions

1. If the person you are "evangelizing" shows zero interest in God but remains highly interested in you, would you still spend the same amount of time pursuing them?

2. If you genuinely care about a non-believer’s soul, the safest and most biblical approach is to introduce them to a mature believer of the same gender to disciple them. Are you willing to step back romantically so their spiritual journey can be untangled from romance?

12/07/2026

"There is a generation that curseth their father, and doth not bless their mother."
Proverbs 30:11

Written by a man named Agur, Proverbs 30 exposes the darker sides of human nature. When he points out a generation that "curseth their father" and "doth not bless their mother," he isn’t just talking about dynamic family arguments. He is describing a deep-seated culture of ingratitude, disrespect, and independence pushed to a toxic extreme.

To "curse" in Biblical times meant to treat lightly, despise, or show complete disregard for someone's value. To "not bless" means to withhold honor, appreciation, and care.

The Modern Connection in Today's Culture

It is easy to look at this verse and think, "Well, I don't curse at my parents, so I'm good." But today's digital and cultural landscape encourages this exact mindset in subtle ways:

1. The "Cancel" Culture at Home - Social media often tells young people that if their parents don't perfectly understand them or their worldview, they should completely tune them out or cut them off mentally.

2. The Myth of Self-Sufficiency - The internet makes it easy to feel like you don't need parental guidance. If you can Google any answer or learn any skill from a video, it is easy to undervalue the lived wisdom of the older generation.

3. Entitlement Over Gratitude - Expecting parents to provide everything—from the latest tech to constant freedom—while offering zero gratitude or respect in return directly echoes the phrase "doth not bless their mother."

Culture often tells you that independence means dismissing the older generation, but true spiritual maturity does the opposite. Proverbs 30:11 warns against a culture of ingratitude. The takeaway is to move from passive tolerance to active honor—choosing to appreciate and value your parents even when it is countercultural.

09/07/2026

THE OLD LANDMARK OF A SURNAME

Proverbs 23:10
"Remove not the old landmark; and enter not into the fields of the fatherless:"

In ancient Israel, landmarks were physical stone boundaries that marked a family’s inherited land. Moving a landmark was a serious offense because it effectively stole a family's history, provision, and legacy. The "fatherless" were uniquely vulnerable because they had no patriarch to defend their borders.

The Hebrew word for landmark used here is gabul, which means a boundary, border, or territory. When coupled with the idea of "old" (olam), it refers to boundaries set by ancestors under God's covenant.

-In the flesh, a surname functions exactly like a gabul:
-It defines your territory: It tells the world exactly which tree you branched off from.
-It protects your identity. Without a boundary stone, land becomes public domain, easily absorbed and forgotten.

Without a surname maintained in honor, a bloodline’s specific story gets diluted into the cultural melting pot.

Honoring the Father in the Flesh

While this verse speaks literally of land, it carries a profound spiritual and practical principle about respecting what our earthly fathers established. One of the most significant "old landmarks" a father passes down in the flesh is his surname (family name).

Here are two ways keeping and honoring your father's surname aligns with this principle:

1. Preserving the Border of Legacy

A surname is a generational landmark. It tells the world who you belong to and where your line comes from. When you consciously maintain and honor your father’s name, you refuse to let that landmark be erased or forgotten. You are saying, "I stand on the ground my father established."

2. Defending the "Field" Against Erasure

To "remove a landmark" is to dilute or diminish a family’s presence in the world. Carrying your father's name with integrity prevents his line from becoming symbolically "fatherless" or forgotten in the public record. It ensures his labor, his reputation, and his identity continue to bear fruit in the next generation.

The verse warns: "enter not into the fields of the fatherless."

In a literal sense, this means do not exploit an estate that has lost its male protector. But spiritually and generationally, a field becomes "fatherless" when the children abandon, shame, or erase the father's name and legacy.

When a surname is dropped, hidden, or dragged through the mud by dishonorable living, the "field" (the family's future potential) loses its spiritual hedge. You effectively orphan your own history.

Scripture places massive weight on keeping a father’s name alive in the earth. Consider the Law of the Levirate Marriage (Deuteronomy 25:6). If a man died without an heir, his brother was commanded to marry the widow so that the deceased man's name "be not put out of Israel."

God instituted a legal, physical mechanism purely to ensure a man's surname and identity didn't vanish from the dirt.

When you carry your father's surname in the flesh, you are executing that same principle of continuity. You are the living proof that his life, his struggles, and his genetic line survived.

Dropping Father's Surname is a Dishonor and Rebellion

In the context of Proverbs 23:10, if someone changes their name specifically to erase their connection to their father because they refuse his authority, despise his background, or want to spite him, they are actively pulling up the "landmark."

In ancient times, to publicly disassociate from a father's name without a righteous cause was a declaration that the father was dead to the child. It was a visual, legal way of saying, "I want no part of your inheritance, and I don't want anyone to know I came from you." This violates the commandment to "Honor thy father and thy mother" (Exodus 20:12).

To know if stopping the use of the name is rebellion, ask this question: "Am I moving the landmark out of a desire to honor God and walk in truth, or am I moving it out of anger, pride, and unforgiveness?"

If the heart's motivation is to hurt the father or erase him out of spite, it is a spiritual violation of honoring him. Hence, honoring the father and mother will never be a difficult thing to do for a true Christian specially when keeping the family name.

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