February 21st, 2025
Day 5: A Sacred Act of Worship
Five-day devotional based on the message by Pastor Jeff Maness on February 16, 2025. Watch/listen to the full message by clicking here.
Devotional
Perhaps the most profound aspect of marital intimacy is its spiritual significance. When approached with pure hearts and mutual love, sexual intimacy becomes an act of worship - a physical expression of spiritual truth. It mirrors the intimate relationship God desires with His people and becomes a living picture of Christ's love for His church. This elevates sexual intimacy from a merely physical act to a sacred experience that brings glory to God and deepens our understanding of His love for us.
Bible Verse
"For this reason a man will leave his father and mother and be united to his wife, and the two will become one flesh. This is a profound mystery—but I am talking about Christ and the church." - Ephesians 5:31-32
Reflection Question
How does understanding sexual intimacy as an act of worship change your perspective on its purpose in marriage?
Quote
Sex itself in marriage is an act of prayer and worship to God.
Prayer
Heavenly Father, help us to see the sacred nature of sexual intimacy in marriage. May we approach it with reverence and use it to glorify You. Amen.
Perhaps the most profound aspect of marital intimacy is its spiritual significance. When approached with pure hearts and mutual love, sexual intimacy becomes an act of worship - a physical expression of spiritual truth. It mirrors the intimate relationship God desires with His people and becomes a living picture of Christ's love for His church. This elevates sexual intimacy from a merely physical act to a sacred experience that brings glory to God and deepens our understanding of His love for us.
Bible Verse
"For this reason a man will leave his father and mother and be united to his wife, and the two will become one flesh. This is a profound mystery—but I am talking about Christ and the church." - Ephesians 5:31-32
Reflection Question
How does understanding sexual intimacy as an act of worship change your perspective on its purpose in marriage?
Quote
Sex itself in marriage is an act of prayer and worship to God.
Prayer
Heavenly Father, help us to see the sacred nature of sexual intimacy in marriage. May we approach it with reverence and use it to glorify You. Amen.
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Posted in Series: Exposed, The Purpose of Sex, Relationships, Sex, Marriage, Singleness
Posted in Series: Exposed, The Purpose of Sex, Relationships, Sex, Marriage, Singleness
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