Complete Bible Study Guide
What Does the Bible Say About Homosexuality?
7 Scripture references with full text and commentary
Understanding Homosexuality in the Bible
Discover 9 powerful Bible verses about homosexuality. Study what Scripture teaches about this essential sin & temptation topic.
Top 7 Verses About Homosexuality
- 1Genesis 19:1
“And there came two angels to Sodom at even; and Lot sat in the gate of Sodom: and Lot seeing them rose up to meet them; and he bowed himself with his face toward the ground;”
KJV - 2
- 3Leviticus 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.”
KJV - 4
- 5Romans 1:26
“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:”
KJV - 6Romans 1:27
“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.”
KJV - 7Jude 1:7
“Even as Sodom and Gomorrha, and the cities about them in like manner, giving themselves over to fornication, and going after strange flesh, are set forth for an example, suffering the vengeance of eternal fire. strange: Gr. other”
KJV
Old Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Homosexuality? (3 Verses)
“And there came two angels to Sodom at even; and Lot sat in the gate of Sodom: and Lot seeing them rose up to meet them; and he bowed himself with his face toward the ground;”
“Thou shalt not lie with mankind, as with womankind: it is abomination.”
“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.”
New Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Homosexuality? (4 Verses)
“But from the beginning of the creation God made them male and female.”
“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:”
“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.”
“Even as Sodom and Gomorrha, and the cities about them in like manner, giving themselves over to fornication, and going after strange flesh, are set forth for an example, suffering the vengeance of eternal fire. strange: Gr. other”
How to Study What the Bible Says About Homosexuality
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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 homosexuality. 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 homosexuality 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 homosexuality 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 homosexuality needs to be applied more consistently. Write a specific, actionable step you can take this week.
Share what you have learned about homosexuality 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 homosexuality, asking God to reveal how His Word applies to your relationships, decisions, and daily habits.
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