Bible Verses About Sexual Temptation

"Flee fornication. Every sin that a man doeth is without the body; but he that committeth fornication sinneth against his own body."

"There hath no temptation taken you but such as is common to man: but God is faithful, who will not suffer you to be tempted above that ye are able; but will with the temptation also make a way to escape, that ye may be able to bear it."

"But I say unto you, That whosoever looketh on a woman to lust after her hath committed adultery with her already in his heart."

"Flee also youthful lusts: but follow righteousness, faith, charity, peace, with them that call on the Lord out of a pure heart."

"For this is the will of God, even your sanctification, that ye should abstain from fornication: That every one of you should know how to possess his vessel in sanctification and honour."

"I made a covenant with mine eyes; why then should I think upon a maid?"

"This I say then, Walk in the Spirit, and ye shall not fulfil the lust of the flesh."

"But every man is tempted, when he is drawn away of his own lust, and enticed. Then when lust hath conceived, it bringeth forth sin: and sin, when it is finished, bringeth forth death."

"Wherewithal shall a young man cleanse his way? by taking heed thereto according to thy word."

"Dearly beloved, I beseech you as strangers and pilgrims, abstain from fleshly lusts, which war against the soul."

What does the Bible say about sexual temptation?

Sexual temptation is one of the most common and powerful struggles believers face. The Bible addresses it honestly, without shame, and provides clear guidance for pursuing purity. Key King James Version passages include 1 Corinthians 6:18, 1 Corinthians 10:13, Matthew 5:28. This page collects 10 KJV verses about sexual temptation, each quoted in full.

How can I overcome sexual temptation?

Scripture advises fleeing temptation (1 Corinthians 6:18), walking in the Spirit (Galatians 5:16), guarding your eyes (Job 31:1), hiding God's Word in your heart (Psalm 119:9-11), and seeking accountability with trusted believers.

Is sexual temptation a sin?

Temptation itself is not sin — Jesus was tempted yet sinless (Hebrews 4:15). Sin occurs when we dwell on lustful thoughts or act on them (James 1:14-15). The key is what we do with temptation when it arises.