Chapter 19: Myth—Sexuality Doesn’t Matter

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Therefore, our thoughts normally lead to external actions that may or may not have an impact on others. Those actions also may or may not be

sinful in God’s eyes. However, another model exists for the celibate priest, monk, eunuch or otherwise self-contained person who is physically isolated from external sexual influences for a variety of reasons. These people cut off or limit sexual inputs in the hopes of maintaining some degree of control

over this area of their minds, hearts and bodies. A two-thought model is presented albeit the individuals cited are likely using a three-thought model.

Self-Contained

Mind

Thoughts

Heart

Thoughts

No External

Action

Two Thought Self-Contained Action/Sin Model