God's Design || Genesis 1

Biblical Sexuality – God’s Design

1. God and His Word have Authority – 2 Timothy 3:16-17, Romans 12:2

• This world/culture has no authority
• As a believer, our authority is Christ and His Word (all authority)
• His Word corrects us and guides us
• His Word refines our worldview
• His Word trumps all other ideologies or culture biases
• God’s Word does not wither and change with the season – 1 Peter 1:25, Isaiah 40:6-8
• God’s Word is our source for Truth and wisdom
• Why is this important? – The Creator of all creation is where Authority and truth is foundWe are Created by and in the Image of God – Genesis 1:26-27

1. We are Created by and in the Image of God – Genesis 1:26-27

• We are created by God
• We are created in the image of God
• We have purpose through our creation and creator
• There is design and intent in creation, which includes us
• The one who creates dictates and has authority over His creation and how they live
• Humanity is the prize possession of creation
• Why is this important? – We are created with meaning and on purpose. We must not disregard God’s design and His authority over His design.

1. We are Created either Male or Female – Genesis 2:15-25

• Adam is created out of dust in the image of God
• Adam is created male
• God decided it is not good for man to be alone
• Eve is created from Adam
• Eve is created female
• In all of the creation that is mentioned, only two genders, male and female
• Both male and female are under the rule and authority of their creator
• The idea that there are more than two genders is not based in biology or truth. Biological sex and gender were synonymous terms. They didn’t become different in the culture’s eyes until feminists in the 1960s pushed for gender to be about expression. Along with Gayle Rubin (creator of queer theory and pedo apologist) further pushed this idea in the 70’s and 80’s.
• Why is this important? – Our culture is making up terms and options that are not a part of God’s design and simple biology. We must stand on God’s Word and design and not accept the non-biblical worldview

1. We are Created with Desire that is fulfilled within Parameters– Genesis 2:24-25

• Sexual desire is a goof gift…. Within the parameters of marriage
• Between man and woman, husband and wife
• God’s design is that it is within marriage, not snapchat, pre-marital, adulterous, texting, etc.
• We are called to self-control
• Sex is a a representation of wedding vows
• Our holiness in our sexuality is a big deal to God
• Seeking to fulfill sexual desires outside of God’s plan will end up in dissatisfaction and hurt
• Why is this important? – We all are created with this desire and the culture shows us many ways to try to fulfill it. It is important to know God’s parameters in order to live a holy life as He has called us to.

Discussion Questions:

1. Do trust and submit to the authority of God’s Word? What are the implications of that in this topic?
2. Why is it important to know that we are created by an all-powerful and loving Creator?
3. What do your students hear on the number of genders and pronouns? How and why do those not hold up to Scripture?
4. Is sex good? Where is it designed emotionally, spiritually, and physically to be?
5. Why is our holiness in our sexuality a big deal to God?
6. In light of what you have just learned about God’s design for sexuality, can you articulate His design and purpose?