Adultery is clearly and consistently condemned in Scripture as a grave sin against God, one’s spouse, and one’s own body. Exodus 20:14 states plainly, “You shall not commit adultery.” This commandment reveals God’s design for faithfulness and covenant in marriage.
Jesus intensifies the standard in Matthew 5:27-28, saying, “You have heard that it was said to those of old, ‘You shall not commit adultery.’ But I say to you that whoever looks at a woman to lust for her has already committed adultery with her in his heart.” Adultery begins in the heart, long before the act.
Proverbs 6:32 warns, “Whoever commits adultery with a woman lacks understanding; he who does so destroys his own soul.” The consequences are not just external—they damage the soul, the home, and the witness of the believer.
In John 8:3-11, when the woman caught in adultery was brought to Jesus, He neither condoned her sin nor condemned her to death. He said, “Neither do I condemn you; go and sin no more.” This reveals both the seriousness of sin and the mercy of Christ toward the repentant.
Adultery defiles the marriage covenant, but forgiveness and restoration are possible through true repentance. 1 Corinthians 6:9-11 includes adulterers among those who once were sinners, but who have been washed, sanctified, and justified in Christ.
God calls His people to purity and unwavering faithfulness, reflecting His covenant with us.
