Complete Bible Study Guide
What Does the Bible Say About Emotional Infidelity?
16 Scripture references with full text and commentary
Understanding Emotional Infidelity in the Bible
What does the Bible say about emotional infidelity? Browse 20 carefully selected verses that illuminate this biblical theme.
Top 10 Verses About Emotional Infidelity
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- 2Deuteronomy 22:22
“If a man be found lying with a woman married to an husband, then they shall both of them die, both the man that lay with the woman, and the woman: so shalt thou put away evil from Israel.”
KJV - 3Proverbs 6:32
“But whoso committeth adultery with a woman lacketh understanding: he that doeth it destroyeth his own soul. understanding: Heb. heart”
KJV - 4Jeremiah 29:11
“For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the LORD, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end. expected: Heb. end and expectation”
KJV - 5Matthew 5:27
“Ye have heard that it was said by them of old time, Thou shalt not commit adultery:”
KJV - 6Matthew 5:28
“But I say unto you, That whosoever looketh on a woman to lust after her hath committed adultery with her already in his heart.”
KJV - 7Matthew 5:32
“But I say unto you, That whosoever shall put away his wife, saving for the cause of fornication, causeth her to commit adultery: and whosoever shall marry her that is divorced committeth adultery.”
KJV - 8Matthew 19:9
“And I say unto you, Whosoever shall put away his wife, except it be for fornication, and shall marry another, committeth adultery: and whoso marrieth her which is put away doth commit adultery.”
KJV - 9Mark 10:11
“And he saith unto them, Whosoever shall put away his wife, and marry another, committeth adultery against her.”
KJV - 10John 3:16
“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.”
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Old Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Emotional Infidelity? (4 Verses)
“Thou shalt not commit adultery.”
“If a man be found lying with a woman married to an husband, then they shall both of them die, both the man that lay with the woman, and the woman: so shalt thou put away evil from Israel.”
“But whoso committeth adultery with a woman lacketh understanding: he that doeth it destroyeth his own soul. understanding: Heb. heart”
“For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the LORD, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end. expected: Heb. end and expectation”
New Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Emotional Infidelity? (12 Verses)
“Ye have heard that it was said by them of old time, Thou shalt not commit adultery:”
“But I say unto you, That whosoever looketh on a woman to lust after her hath committed adultery with her already in his heart.”
“But I say unto you, That whosoever shall put away his wife, saving for the cause of fornication, causeth her to commit adultery: and whosoever shall marry her that is divorced committeth adultery.”
“And I say unto you, Whosoever shall put away his wife, except it be for fornication, and shall marry another, committeth adultery: and whoso marrieth her which is put away doth commit adultery.”
“And he saith unto them, Whosoever shall put away his wife, and marry another, committeth adultery against her.”
“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.”
“Paul, a servant of Jesus Christ, called to be an apostle, separated unto the gospel of God,”
“And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God.”
“Paul, an apostle of Jesus Christ by the will of God, and Timotheus our brother,”
“Marriage is honourable in all, and the bed undefiled: but whoremongers and adulterers God will judge.”
“James, a servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, to the twelve tribes which are scattered abroad, greeting.”
“The Revelation of Jesus Christ, which God gave unto him, to shew unto his servants things which must shortly come to pass; and he sent and signified it by his angel unto his servant John:”
How to Study What the Bible Says About Emotional Infidelity
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Begin by reading through every verse listed on this page, noting which ones speak most directly to your current season of life. Write them down and revisit them throughout the week.
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Use a concordance or the search tools on this site to find additional passages about emotional infidelity. Look for patterns across both the Old and New Testaments to gain a complete picture of what God reveals on this subject.
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Study the context of each verse. Read the surrounding chapter to understand who was speaking, who the audience was, and what circumstances prompted the passage. Context prevents misapplication.
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Memorise at least one key verse about emotional infidelity and meditate on it daily. Scripture memory transforms thinking and equips you to apply God's Word in real-time situations.
Practical Application
Studying what the Bible says about emotional infidelity is only the beginning. Scripture is meant to be lived out in daily obedience and faith. Here are practical steps to apply these truths:
Identify one area of your life where the biblical teaching on emotional infidelity needs to be applied more consistently. Write a specific, actionable step you can take this week.
Share what you have learned about emotional infidelity with a fellow believer or in a small group setting. Teaching others solidifies your own understanding and encourages mutual growth.
Pray through the key verses about emotional infidelity, asking God to reveal how His Word applies to your relationships, decisions, and daily habits.
How Well Do You Know What the Bible Says About Emotional Infidelity?
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