Shameless Popery #247 Are Christians Just Sexual Hypocrites?
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Feb 7, 2026 A look at a recent sexual scandal that sparked questions about Christian hypocrisy. Discussion of whether Christian sexual teaching sets an unrealistic bar. Review of Jesus and Augustine on marriage, celibacy, and correction. Exploration of why sexuality matters for society and how leaders should responsibly disclose past failings.
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High Standards Make Hypocrisy More Likely
- Christian sexual morality sets a very high bar, which makes hypocrisy more likely when people fall short.
- Joe Heschmeyer argues the higher the standard, the easier it is to appear hypocritical even if the ideal is sincere.
Jesus Presents Radical Sexual Commitments
- Jesus' teachings on marriage and celibacy show sexuality demands radical commitments across states of life.
- Joe uses Jesus' teaching on divorce and the eunuch image to show the Christian call is intentionally rigorous.
Sex Is Powerful, Not Just Moralized
- Sexuality is powerful because it secures the future of the species and so demands careful stewardship.
- Joe compares sex to fire: used rightly it warms, misused it burns the house down.
