A Proper Christian Understanding of Modesty, Purity, Lust, and Sex, with Kerry Baldwin

In this episode, we tackle some subjects on which Christians love to disagree! What does the Bible really teach us about modesty, purity, lust, sex, and how men and women should conduct themselves regarding each other? Kerry Baldwin is never shy about speaking about these issues or standing up to people who are belligerently wrong about them, so I thought she’d be the perfect person to talk to about them.

Main Points of Discussion

00:00 Christian perspectives on purity, sex, and idolatry

07:50 Controversy arises over conservative Christian criticism of modeling featuring transgender women. Josie, a libertarian and Catholic, faced backlash for participating, sparking discussion on Christian views of modesty and lust in modeling.

13:05 Debates on societal responsibility for dealing with lust and navigating temptations, particularly in relation to men and women.

18:51 Misinterpretation of Christian modesty verses by fundamentalists.

25:57 Struggling with early exposure to porn and the culture’s glorification of sexuality has led to personal challenges and the need to work through these issues within the context of personal beliefs and relationships. The impact of these experiences is understood, and there is a disagreement with proposals for government regulation in this area.

30:27 Consider weaker brothers’ struggles in specific situations. Show discernment and consideration for individual needs.

33:57 Scripture’s definition of stumbling block and modesty.

38:17 1 Corinthians 12 emphasizes the unity and mutual care within the body of Christ, highlighting the importance of every member, regardless of their perceived strength or honor. It stresses the interconnectedness of the members and their shared experiences of suffering and joy.

43:03 Reframing views on the human body and sexuality.

50:47 Understanding biblical exegesis and ethics with a libertarian perspective.

55:08 We strive to model a godly marriage by showing affection and enjoying the relationship as intended by God, hoping to set a positive example for others and help those struggling with lust to find true alternatives.

01:00:36 Expressing gratitude for support and donations to podcast. Thanking listeners and encouraging donations to support the nonprofit. Highlighting perks for donors.

Additional Resources

• Billy Graham Rule: https://mereliberty.com/podcasts/billy-graham-rule-above-reproach/
• Kerry’s write up on this topic: https://mereliberty.com/theology/christians-modesty-lust-what-bible-says/