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I. WHAT IT IS. When two single persons come together out of the state of matrimony (Deuteronomy 22:28).

II. ITS SINFULNESS.

1. Contrary to God's command (1 Corinthians 6:18; Ephesians 5:3; 1 Thessalonians 4:3).

2. Provokes God's anger (Colossians 3:5, 6; Jeremiah 5:7; Hosea 4:14).

3. God will judge it (Hebrews 13:4; 1 Corinthians 3:9).

(Bishop Beveridge.)

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KJV: Now the works of the flesh are manifest, which are these; Adultery, fornication, uncleanness, lasciviousness,

WEB: Now the works of the flesh are obvious, which are: adultery, sexual immorality, uncleanness, lustfulness,