Hour Time

ADULTERY

-Consequences of Adulterous Behavior
We can begin with the Bible's sober appraisal of the ruinous consequences for engaging in adulterous behavior. "In the end, she [the adulteress] is bitter as wormwood, sharp
as a two-edged sword" (Proverbs 5:4). "For by means of a harlot a man is reduced to a crust of bread; and an adulteress will prey upon his precious life" (Proverbs 6:26).
"Whoever commits adultery with a woman lacks understanding; he who does so destroys his own soul" (Proverbs 6:32). "For she has cat down many wounded and all who were slain by
her were strong men" (Proverbs 7:26).
Before you initiate or contemplate an adulterous liaison, think of the long-term effects. The pleasures for the moment sooner or later give way to ugly realities. The intimacy of
marriage is violated. Family harmony is assaulted. Children are bewildered and betrayed. An enormous emotional and relational price is extracted.
The Spiritual life is also uniquely involved. In a mysterious but real way, the relationship between husband and wife represents the bond of Christ and His bride, the church.
When adultery is committed, deep spiritual bruising occurs. The marriage covenant of commitment-fidelity and loyalty-is broken. The unity of husband and wife is disrupted. The Holy
Spirit is grieved.