Definition and Scope:
Pornography refers to the depiction of sexual subject matter for the purpose of sexual arousal and erotic satisfaction. It encompasses a wide range of media, including literature, photographs, films, and digital content. In contemporary society, the accessibility and consumption of pornography have increased significantly due to the internet and digital technology.

Biblical Perspective:
While the Bible does not explicitly mention pornography, it provides clear teachings on sexual morality, purity, and the sanctity of the human body. These principles can be applied to understand the biblical stance on pornography.

Lust and Sexual Immorality:
The Bible warns against lust and sexual immorality, which are often associated with the consumption of pornography. In Matthew 5:28 (BSB), Jesus states, "But I tell you that anyone who looks at a woman to lust after her has already committed adultery with her in his heart." This verse highlights the sinfulness of lustful thoughts and intentions, which are often fueled by pornographic material.

Purity and Holiness:
Believers are called to live lives of purity and holiness. In 1 Thessalonians 4:3-5 (BSB), Paul writes, "It is God’s will that you should be sanctified: You must abstain from sexual immorality; each of you must know how to control his own body in holiness and honor, not in lustful passion like the Gentiles who do not know God." This passage emphasizes the importance of self-control and the avoidance of behaviors that lead to impurity.

The Body as a Temple:
The Bible teaches that the human body is a temple of the Holy Spirit and should be treated with respect and honor. In 1 Corinthians 6:18-20 (BSB), Paul exhorts, "Flee from sexual immorality. Every other sin a man can commit is outside his body, but he who sins sexually sins against his own body. Do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own; you were bought at a price. Therefore glorify God with your body." This underscores the need to avoid activities, such as viewing pornography, that defile the body and dishonor God.

Impact on Relationships:
Pornography can have detrimental effects on relationships, particularly marriage. It can lead to unrealistic expectations, dissatisfaction, and a breakdown of trust between spouses. Ephesians 5:25-28 (BSB) instructs husbands to love their wives as Christ loved the church, emphasizing sacrificial love and purity: "Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ loved the church and gave Himself up for her to sanctify her, cleansing her by the washing with water through the word, and to present her to Himself as a glorious church, without stain or wrinkle or any such blemish, but holy and blameless."

Renewal of the Mind:
Believers are encouraged to renew their minds and focus on things that are pure and honorable. Romans 12:2 (BSB) advises, "Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to discern what is the good, pleasing, and perfect will of God." Philippians 4:8 (BSB) further instructs, "Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think on these things."

Conclusion:
While the Bible does not directly address pornography, its teachings on sexual purity, the sanctity of the body, and the renewal of the mind provide a framework for understanding the Christian perspective on this issue. Believers are called to live lives that honor God, avoid sexual immorality, and maintain purity in thought and action.Matthew 5:28
But I say to you, That whoever looks on a woman to lust after her has committed adultery with her already in his heart.
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1 John 2:16
For all that is in the world, the lust of the flesh, and the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life, is not of the Father, but is of the world.
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Job 31:1
I made a covenant with my eyes; why then should I think on a maid?
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Philippians 4:8
Finally, brothers, whatever things are true, whatever things are honest, whatever things are just, whatever things are pure, whatever things are lovely, whatever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things.
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1 Corinthians 6:13
Meats for the belly, and the belly for meats: but God shall destroy both it and them. Now the body is not for fornication, but for the Lord; and the Lord for the body.
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4202. porneia -- fornication
... fornication, whoredom; met: idolatry. 4202 (the root of the English terms
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