1Cor 7:1 | MHM | STEP | Against Fornication. In this section, Paul answers questions from the Corinthians about marriage and sexual purity. He acts as a wise counselor, giving advice for different situations. Paul explains that while singleness can be good, marriage is God’s remedy for sexual temptation. He encourages believers to honor God in their relationships, whether single or married. v. 1 : Paul says, It is good for a man not to touch a woman (1 Corinthians 7:1 ). This means that, especially in difficult times, it can be good to remain single. Paul does not say that marriage is wrong, but that singleness has some advantages, especially when there is trouble or persecution. He also reminds Christians to avoid situations that might lead to sexual sin.

‏ 1 Corinthians 7:1

Against Fornication.

In this section, Paul answers questions from the Corinthians about marriage and sexual purity. He acts as a wise counselor, giving advice for different situations. Paul explains that while singleness can be good, marriage is God’s remedy for sexual temptation. He encourages believers to honor God in their relationships, whether single or married.

v. 1: Paul says, It is good for a man not to touch a woman (1 Corinthians 7:1 ^a). This means that, especially in difficult times, it can be good to remain single. Paul does not say that marriage is wrong, but that singleness has some advantages, especially when there is trouble or persecution. He also reminds Christians to avoid situations that might lead to sexual sin.