Adultery

It is pretty clear that the Christian Bible teaches that we should not commit adultery, but rather than beating anyone over the head with Scripture, I would like just list a few reasons why adultery is so hurtful.
  1. If there are children involved, it is devastating to their lives.  There may even be some long term problems they face as a result of what a parent has done.
  2. It breaks apart homes that took so much work to build and cultivate.
  3. There is emotional stress and trauma involved for all parties.
  4. It destroys trust.
  5. It destroys healthy relationships with friends, co-workers, employers, and family members.
  6. With adultery comes guilt and shame.
  7. It never leads to complete happiness.
  8. It does not make other problems in life go away.
  9. It plays upon your conscience.
  10. The consequences are long lasting, and sometimes they lead to results that you would never have wished for.

For anyone who does want to see some Scripture on this issue, you may look at Deuteronomy 5:18, Exodus 20:14, 22:16-17, Leviticus 18:20, Matthew 5:27, 5:32, Mark 10:11, Romans 7:3, and Hebrews 13:4.