Romans 1:26
Verse
Context
God’s Wrath against Sin
25They exchanged the truth of God for a lie, and worshiped and served the creature rather than the Creator, who is forever worthy of praise! Amen.26For this reason God gave them over to dishonorable passions. Even their women exchanged natural relations for unnatural ones.27Likewise, the men abandoned natural relations with women and burned with lust for one another. Men committed indecent acts with other men, and received in themselves the due penalty for their error.
Sermons
Peet Botha
Joe Focht
Rolfe Barnard
Michael Durham
St. John Chrysostom
Jack Hyles
A.W. TozerSummary
Commentary
- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
For this cause God gave them up, etc. - Their system of idolatry necessarily produced all kinds of impurity. How could it be otherwise, when the highest objects of their worship were adulterers, fornicators, and prostitutes of the most infamous kind, such as Jupiter, Apollo, Mars, Venus, etc.? Of the abominable evils with which the apostle charges the Gentiles in this and the following verse I could produce a multitude of proofs from their own writings; but it is needless to make the subject plainer than the apostle has left it.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
For this cause God gave them up--(See on Rom 1:24). for even their women--that sex whose priceless jewel and fairest ornament is modesty, and which, when that is once lost, not only becomes more shameless than the other sex, but lives henceforth only to drag the other sex down to its level. did change, &c.--The practices here referred to, though too abundantly attested by classic authors, cannot be further illustrated, without trenching on things which "ought not to be named among us as become the saints." But observe how vice is here seen consuming and exhausting itself. When the passions, scourged by violent and continued indulgence in natural vices, became impotent to yield the craved enjoyment, resort was had to artificial stimulants by the practice of unnatural and monstrous vices. How early these were in full career, in the history of the world, the case of Sodom affectingly shows; and because of such abominations, centuries after that, the land of Canaan "spued out" its old inhabitants. Long before this chapter was penned, the Lesbians and others throughout refined Greece had been luxuriating in such debasements; and as for the Romans, TACITUS, speaking of the emperor Tiberius, tells us that new words had then to be coined to express the newly invented stimulants to jaded passion. No wonder that, thus sick and dying as was this poor humanity of ours under the highest earthly culture, its many-voiced cry for the balm in Gilead, and the Physician there, "Come over and help us," pierced the hearts of the missionaries of the Cross, and made them "not ashamed of the Gospel of Christ!"
John Gill Bible Commentary
For this cause God gave them up unto vile affections,.... Because of their idolatrous practices, God left them to very dishonourable actions, sodomitical ones, both among the men and women: for even the women did change the natural use into that which is against nature; either by prostituting themselves to, and complying with the "sodomitical" embraces of men, in a way that is against nature (h); or by making use of such ways and methods with themselves, or other women, to gratify their lusts, which were never designed by nature for such an use: of these vicious women, and their practices, Seneca (i) speaks, when he says, "libidine veto nec maribus quidem cedunt, pati natae; Dii illas Deoeque, male perdant; adeo perversum commentae, genus impudicitiae, viros ineunt:'' also Clemens Alexandrinus (k) has respect to such, saying, "gunaikev andrizontai para fusin, gamou men ai te kai .' and such there were among the Jews, whom they call (l), and whom the priests were forbidden to marry. (h) Vid. R. Sol Jarchi in Gen. xxiv. 16. (i) Epist. 95. (k) Paedagog. l. 3. p. 226. (l) T. Bab. Sabbat, fol. 65. 2. Piske Tosaph. ib. artic. 266. Yevamot, fol. 76. 1. & Piske Tosaph. ib. art. 141. Maimonides in Misn. Sanhedrin, c. 7. sect. 4. & Hilchot Issure Bia, c. 21. sect. 8, 9.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
1:26 women turned against the natural way: In this context, natural way refers to the nature of the world as God made it. As in the Old Testament, Paul singles out homosexuality as a key illustration of how people have fallen away from worship of the true God (see Gen 19:1-28; Lev 18:22; 20:13; Deut 23:17-18). God created human beings as male and female, and engaging in homosexual activity is a violation of God’s creative intention.
Romans 1:26
God’s Wrath against Sin
25They exchanged the truth of God for a lie, and worshiped and served the creature rather than the Creator, who is forever worthy of praise! Amen.26For this reason God gave them over to dishonorable passions. Even their women exchanged natural relations for unnatural ones.27Likewise, the men abandoned natural relations with women and burned with lust for one another. Men committed indecent acts with other men, and received in themselves the due penalty for their error.
- Scripture
- Sermons
- Commentary
Homosexuality and Scripture
By Peet Botha2.0K1:08:13HomosexualityLEV 18:22LEV 20:13ROM 1:26In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the topic of homosexuality and scripture. He begins by discussing the wrath of God being revealed against the godlessness and wickedness of men who suppress the truth. He emphasizes that since the creation of the world, God's invisible qualities have been clearly seen, making mankind without excuse. The crux of the sermon is found in verses 26 and 27, where it is stated that God gave people over to sinful lusts, resulting in the exchange of natural relations for unnatural ones. The preacher concludes by stating that he will only speak on what scripture says about homosexuality, leaving out the biological, psychological, medical, and legal aspects of the topic.
(Genesis) Genesis 20-21
By Joe Focht1.1K56:35GEN 19:24ROM 1:26In this sermon, the preacher discusses the story of Hagar and Ishmael in the desert. He highlights how God allowed Hagar to experience a dry and difficult time in the desert to teach her dependence on Him. The preacher emphasizes that being in a desert experience is not necessarily a result of sin, but rather a prescribed part of our spiritual education. He encourages listeners to trust in God's leading and find beauty in the desert, as God can provide refreshment and blessings even in the most challenging times.
God's Rejection - Reprobation
By Rolfe Barnard76046:50ReprobationJER 6:30MAT 28:19MRK 3:22ROM 1:20ROM 1:26HEB 3:12In this sermon, the preacher reflects on the decline of morality in America and the loss of moral values. He discusses the five common graces that God gives to humanity to restrain their sinful nature and make life livable. These graces include wisdom, knowledge of God, and natural affections. The preacher emphasizes the importance of examining oneself to determine if they are truly in the faith and committed to Christ's mission. He warns that when the means by which God resists one's evil nature no longer work, it is a sign of God's rejection and a terrifying indication of the current age.
The Gospel That Makes a Gospel Community, Part 2
By Michael Durham0PSA 51:12ROM 1:16ROM 1:21ROM 1:261CO 10:131JN 5:20Michael Durham preaches on the power of the Gospel to bring salvation to all who believe, revealing the righteousness of God and the consequences of ungodliness and idolatry. He emphasizes the need for believers to deepen their understanding of the Gospel to experience its full richness and to grow in sharing it with others. The sermon delves into the stages of salvation, highlighting the first stage as deliverance from sin's penalty, which is the wrath of God on those who do not believe, leading to a distance from God. Durham explains that salvation not only saves from the negative aspects but also for a relationship with God.
Homily 4 on Romans
By St. John Chrysostom0GEN 2:24PSA 139:23PRO 6:32MRK 9:24JHN 14:15ROM 1:261CO 6:181TH 4:3JUD 1:7John Chrysostom delivers a powerful sermon on the consequences of turning away from God, focusing on the depravity and dishonor that result from abandoning natural relationships and engaging in sinful behaviors. He highlights the severity of deviating from God's design, particularly in the context of sexual immorality, emphasizing the destructive nature of lust and the perversion of God-given desires. Chrysostom condemns the abandonment of God's laws and the pursuit of pleasure at the expense of righteousness, warning against the grave consequences of rejecting God's authority and embracing sinful practices that lead to self-destruction and moral decay.
Russian Roulette
By Jack Hyles0GEN 6:3GEN 15:16EXO 8:1HOS 4:17MAT 24:42ROM 1:26ROM 1:28HEB 9:27Jack Hyles preaches about the spiritual Russian Roulette many play, more dangerous than any man-made game, highlighting the certainty of facing three set dates in life: the coming of the Lord Jesus Christ, the date of one's death, and the last chance for salvation. Urging listeners to be prepared for the unknown, as Jesus could come at any moment, death is inevitable, and the last chance for salvation may pass unexpectedly. Hyles shares personal stories emphasizing the importance of not delaying in accepting Christ and avoiding playing Russian Roulette with God.
Words of Spirit and Life
By A.W. Tozer0ROM 1:26ROM 2:14ROM 11:21ROM 11:241CO 11:14GAL 2:15GAL 4:8EPH 2:3JAS 3:72PE 1:4The preacher delves into the concept of 'phusis' or 'nature' as described in the Bible, highlighting how it refers to the inherent character, essential constitution, and origin of individuals. The sermon explores how all humans are born with sinful natures but can be transformed by God's grace to partake in His divine nature. Various biblical scholars' interpretations of 'phusis' are examined, emphasizing its significance in understanding human behavior and God's moral standards written in our hearts.
- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
For this cause God gave them up, etc. - Their system of idolatry necessarily produced all kinds of impurity. How could it be otherwise, when the highest objects of their worship were adulterers, fornicators, and prostitutes of the most infamous kind, such as Jupiter, Apollo, Mars, Venus, etc.? Of the abominable evils with which the apostle charges the Gentiles in this and the following verse I could produce a multitude of proofs from their own writings; but it is needless to make the subject plainer than the apostle has left it.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
For this cause God gave them up--(See on Rom 1:24). for even their women--that sex whose priceless jewel and fairest ornament is modesty, and which, when that is once lost, not only becomes more shameless than the other sex, but lives henceforth only to drag the other sex down to its level. did change, &c.--The practices here referred to, though too abundantly attested by classic authors, cannot be further illustrated, without trenching on things which "ought not to be named among us as become the saints." But observe how vice is here seen consuming and exhausting itself. When the passions, scourged by violent and continued indulgence in natural vices, became impotent to yield the craved enjoyment, resort was had to artificial stimulants by the practice of unnatural and monstrous vices. How early these were in full career, in the history of the world, the case of Sodom affectingly shows; and because of such abominations, centuries after that, the land of Canaan "spued out" its old inhabitants. Long before this chapter was penned, the Lesbians and others throughout refined Greece had been luxuriating in such debasements; and as for the Romans, TACITUS, speaking of the emperor Tiberius, tells us that new words had then to be coined to express the newly invented stimulants to jaded passion. No wonder that, thus sick and dying as was this poor humanity of ours under the highest earthly culture, its many-voiced cry for the balm in Gilead, and the Physician there, "Come over and help us," pierced the hearts of the missionaries of the Cross, and made them "not ashamed of the Gospel of Christ!"
John Gill Bible Commentary
For this cause God gave them up unto vile affections,.... Because of their idolatrous practices, God left them to very dishonourable actions, sodomitical ones, both among the men and women: for even the women did change the natural use into that which is against nature; either by prostituting themselves to, and complying with the "sodomitical" embraces of men, in a way that is against nature (h); or by making use of such ways and methods with themselves, or other women, to gratify their lusts, which were never designed by nature for such an use: of these vicious women, and their practices, Seneca (i) speaks, when he says, "libidine veto nec maribus quidem cedunt, pati natae; Dii illas Deoeque, male perdant; adeo perversum commentae, genus impudicitiae, viros ineunt:'' also Clemens Alexandrinus (k) has respect to such, saying, "gunaikev andrizontai para fusin, gamou men ai te kai .' and such there were among the Jews, whom they call (l), and whom the priests were forbidden to marry. (h) Vid. R. Sol Jarchi in Gen. xxiv. 16. (i) Epist. 95. (k) Paedagog. l. 3. p. 226. (l) T. Bab. Sabbat, fol. 65. 2. Piske Tosaph. ib. artic. 266. Yevamot, fol. 76. 1. & Piske Tosaph. ib. art. 141. Maimonides in Misn. Sanhedrin, c. 7. sect. 4. & Hilchot Issure Bia, c. 21. sect. 8, 9.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
1:26 women turned against the natural way: In this context, natural way refers to the nature of the world as God made it. As in the Old Testament, Paul singles out homosexuality as a key illustration of how people have fallen away from worship of the true God (see Gen 19:1-28; Lev 18:22; 20:13; Deut 23:17-18). God created human beings as male and female, and engaging in homosexual activity is a violation of God’s creative intention.