What The Bible Says. Fortnightly Bible Study.Episode 75 - 25/04/25This week we are continuing our study into sex and sexuality - this week's topic is a look at Sexual Identity from a biblical perspective.1. God Alone Defines Human IdentitySexual identity begins with the truth that God, not man, is the Creator and Lawgiver. We are not self-authored. Genesis 1:27 shows that male and female were created in God’s image. 1 Corinthians 6:19–20 reminds us that our bodies are not our own—we were bought with a price. Any attempt to define ourselves apart from God is rebellion against His rightful rule.2. Sexual Identity Is Rooted in Creation, Not DesireOur sexual identity is not determined by feelings, attractions, or inner impulses, but by God’s created design. In Genesis 2:24, man and woman are united in marriage as “one flesh”—God’s good plan for sexual expression. Psalm 139:13–16 confirms that we are fearfully and wonderfully made, male or female, from the womb, by God’s design.3. The Fall Distorted, but Did Not Redefine, SexualitySin has affected every part of human life, including our desires and sense of identity. Yet the Fall did not erase God’s design—it only introduced confusion and distortion. Romans 1:24–27 shows that turning from God results in dishonouring the body and unnatural desires. Jeremiah 17:9 warns that the heart is deceitful. We must not follow it—we must be renewed in truth.4. True Identity Is Found in Christ, Not Sexual PreferenceIn Christ, we receive a new identity—not defined by past behaviour, feelings, or desires, but by being a new creation. 2 Corinthians 5:17 declares that anyone in Christ is made new. Galatians 2:20 says, “It is no longer I who live, but Christ lives in me.” Our truest self is not what we feel, but who we are in Christ.5. The Body Matters: We Glorify God With ItSexual identity is not just internal; it is lived out in the body. Scripture affirms the goodness and purpose of the body, and condemns all sexual sin—heterosexual or homosexual—that departs from God’s design. 1 Corinthians 6:13–18 calls us to flee sexual immorality and glorify God in our bodies. Romans 12:1 urges us to offer our bodies as living sacrifices.6. The Church Must Speak Truth With CompassionThe Church must neither affirm sin nor ignore suffering. We are called to speak the truth in love (Ephesians 4:15), offering both correction and hope. Jesus did not condemn the sexually broken, but neither did He excuse sin (John 8:11). We must uphold biblical truth while showing the grace of Christ to those struggling with sexual identity.7. The Gospel Offers Power to Change and Grace to PersevereThere is real hope for all who turn to Christ. The same power that raised Jesus from the dead is at work in those who believe. 1 Corinthians 6:9–11 lists former sexual sinners who were “washed… sanctified… justified.” Transformation is possible, and ongoing grace is available, as we walk by the Spirit (Galatians 5:16), not the flesh.

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