When a television reporter once asked a group of Christian men about the difficulties of managing their lives, they identified moral purity as the number one challenge.  Most men would probably respond as these men did, especially in our modern era when we're bombarded by so much sexual stimulation.  Paul's words to the believers in Corinth are as timely today as in any other era in the church's history.

     Paul outlines the first step in maintaining moral purity: "Flee from sexual immorality" (v. 18). We're all aware of situations that fuel our lust.  Paul's word picture here is of an individual literally running away from such a situation.  Take Paul's advice to heart:  Identify those specific situations where you're sexually tempted, and chart out a game plan that will enable you to avoid temptation.  Once you've got it, share the plan with a close friend or with your men's group.  Keep reminding each other to send Jesus to the door when temptation knocks.

     All Christian men should make a daily, conscious decision to turn from all forms of sexual immorality.  Why?  See verses 19-20 for Paul's summary.  We've been called to live a life that's compatible with our new identity in Jesus Christ, and to choose to avoid such sin out of gratitude for what he's done for us.