Complete Bible Study Guide
What Does the Bible Say About Promiscuity?
8 Scripture references with full text and commentary
Understanding Promiscuity in the Bible
What does the Bible say about promiscuity? Browse 14 carefully selected verses that illuminate this biblical theme.
Top 8 Verses About Promiscuity
- 1Proverbs 6:25
“Lust not after her beauty in thine heart; neither let her take thee with her eyelids.”
KJV - 2Proverbs 7:5
“That they may keep thee from the strange woman, from the stranger which flattereth with her words.”
KJV - 3Matthew 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 - 4Mark 6:14
“And king Herod heard of him; (for his name was spread abroad:) and he said, That John the Baptist was risen from the dead, and therefore mighty works do shew forth themselves in him.”
KJV - 5Luke 17:1
“Then said he unto the disciples, It is impossible but that offences will come: but woe unto him, through whom they come!”
KJV - 6Romans 13:13
“Let us walk honestly, as in the day; not in rioting and drunkenness, not in chambering and wantonness, not in strife and envying. honestly: or, decently”
KJV - 7Galatians 5:19
“Now the works of the flesh are manifest, which are these; Adultery, fornication, uncleanness, lasciviousness,”
KJV - 8Ephesians 5:3
“But fornication, and all uncleanness, or covetousness, let it not be once named among you, as becometh saints;”
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Old Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Promiscuity? (2 Verses)
“Lust not after her beauty in thine heart; neither let her take thee with her eyelids.”
“That they may keep thee from the strange woman, from the stranger which flattereth with her words.”
New Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Promiscuity? (6 Verses)
“But I say unto you, That whosoever looketh on a woman to lust after her hath committed adultery with her already in his heart.”
“And king Herod heard of him; (for his name was spread abroad:) and he said, That John the Baptist was risen from the dead, and therefore mighty works do shew forth themselves in him.”
“Then said he unto the disciples, It is impossible but that offences will come: but woe unto him, through whom they come!”
“Let us walk honestly, as in the day; not in rioting and drunkenness, not in chambering and wantonness, not in strife and envying. honestly: or, decently”
“Now the works of the flesh are manifest, which are these; Adultery, fornication, uncleanness, lasciviousness,”
“But fornication, and all uncleanness, or covetousness, let it not be once named among you, as becometh saints;”
How to Study What the Bible Says About Promiscuity
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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 promiscuity. 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 promiscuity 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 promiscuity 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 promiscuity needs to be applied more consistently. Write a specific, actionable step you can take this week.
Share what you have learned about promiscuity 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 promiscuity, 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 Promiscuity?
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