Complete Bible Study Guide
What Does the Bible Say About Homosexuals?
11 Scripture references with full text and commentary
Understanding Homosexuals in the Bible
What does the Bible say about homosexuals? Browse 12 carefully selected verses that illuminate this biblical theme.
Top 10 Verses About Homosexuals
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- 2Leviticus 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 - 3Isaiah 56:3
“Neither let the son of the stranger, that hath joined himself to the LORD, speak, saying, The LORD hath utterly separated me from his people: neither let the eunuch say, Behold, I am a dry tree.”
KJV - 4Matthew 7:12
“Therefore all things whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them: for this is the law and the prophets.”
KJV - 5Matthew 19:11
“But he said unto them, All men cannot receive this saying, save they to whom it is given.”
KJV - 6
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- 8Romans 1:23
“And changed the glory of the uncorruptible God into an image made like to corruptible man, and to birds, and fourfooted beasts, and creeping things.”
KJV - 9Romans 13:8
“Owe no man any thing, but to love one another: for he that loveth another hath fulfilled the law.”
KJV - 10Galatians 5:14
“For all the law is fulfilled in one word, even in this; Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself.”
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Old Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Homosexuals? (3 Verses)
“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.”
“Neither let the son of the stranger, that hath joined himself to the LORD, speak, saying, The LORD hath utterly separated me from his people: neither let the eunuch say, Behold, I am a dry tree.”
New Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Homosexuals? (8 Verses)
“Therefore all things whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them: for this is the law and the prophets.”
“But he said unto them, All men cannot receive this saying, save they to whom it is given.”
“And the second is like unto it , Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself.”
“And he said, That which cometh out of the man, that defileth the man.”
“And changed the glory of the uncorruptible God into an image made like to corruptible man, and to birds, and fourfooted beasts, and creeping things.”
“Owe no man any thing, but to love one another: for he that loveth another hath fulfilled the law.”
“For all the law is fulfilled in one word, even in this; Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself.”
“This I say then, Walk in the Spirit, and ye shall not fulfil the lust of the flesh. ye: or, fulfil not”
How to Study What the Bible Says About Homosexuals
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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 homosexuals. 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 homosexuals 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 homosexuals 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 homosexuals needs to be applied more consistently. Write a specific, actionable step you can take this week.
Share what you have learned about homosexuals 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 homosexuals, 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 Homosexuals?
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