Adultery Quote by Sam Storms
“Just as a husband cannot be indulgent of adultery in his wife, so also God cannot and will not endure infidelity in us. What would we think of a man or woman who does not experience jealous feelings when another person approaches his or her spouse and threatens to win his or her affection? We would regard such a person as deficient in moral character and lacking in true love.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: Faith and Fidelity, 2020
God, like a faithful spouse, cannot tolerate infidelity; jealousy signals love and moral character.
In simple terms: God expects faithfulness.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate sincere devotion.
Themes
faithfulness
jealousy
spiritual fidelity
morality
Mood
serious
inspirational
Type
theological
ethical
When to use this quote
- marriage counseling
- spiritual growth
- ethical decisions
Key Concepts
theology of covenant
human emotion
Questions to Reflect On
- What does jealousy reveal about love?
- Can fidelity exist without jealousy?
A Different Perspective
Human jealousy can be misinterpreted as possessiveness.
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