1 Corinthians 6:9-10
What is written? (ESV)
Or do you not know that the unrighteous will not inherit the kingdom of God? Do not be deceived: neither the sexually immoral, nor idolaters, nor adulterers, nor men who practice homosexuality, nor thieves, nor the greedy, nor drunkards, nor revilers, nor swindlers will inherit the kingdom of God.
What does it say?
You already know that the unrighteous will not inherit God's kingdom. Don’t be deceived into thinking that they will! This includes anyone that is sexually immoral, worships anything other than God, commits adultery, practices homosexuality, steals, loves money, drinks excessively, reviles others, or takes advantage of others will not inherit God's kingdom.
What is its immediate context?
Paul is addressing the brethren of Corinth that are relatively new to the faith. He is writing in response to several issues and challenges that have arisen in the congregation and reminds them that they have been “washed”, “sanctified” and “justified” in Jesus Christ (vs 11) and should act accordingly.
How 1 Corinthians 6:9-10 is applied across Bible answers
Is a homosexual lifestyle sinful?
The practice of homosexuality is listed as something that is unrighteous and disqualifies one from inheriting the "kingdom of God" (heaven).
What is sin?
The "unrighteous" are categorized as those that are practicing certain things contrary to God's law which will jeopardize their inheritance of heaven.
What is the result of sin?
Practicing unrighteousness (e.g. sin) causes one not to inherit the kingdom of God.
Will we be judged according to works?
Those who practice unrighteous acts will not inherit heaven, but might be deceived into thinking they will.
