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Ellen White taught that sexual intimacy is a sacred matter that must be governed by moral principle, warning that sexual activity outside of God's design—which she refers to as "unholy practices"—dishonors God and degrades the individual. She emphasized that we are under . In her writings, she frequently addressed the danger of allowing the . She noted that when individuals give "loose rein to the lower passions," the result is that "bodies are corrupted" and . For those who have fallen into such sin, she described it as a "terrible chapter" in their experience and urged them to "acquire moral stamina" by resolving not to "dishonor my Redeemer" (PaM 59). She further explained that "sexual excess" and improper conduct "will most effectively exhaust the vitality" and "destroy a love for devotional exercises" (CCh 135.3). To counter these impulses, she encouraged believers to seek a "clear perception of truth, and purposes of action which shall raise you above all sordid motives" (CH 384.2). This involves a conscious effort to "keep under my body, and bring it into subjection" so that the life remains . Practically, this means that young people are encouraged to cultivate self-control and "sobriety" (PaM 59). By making God their strength, they can and maintain "noble aspirations" that protect them from the "former lusts" of ignorance (CH 384.2, 1888). In summary, Ellen White viewed sexual purity as essential for both spiritual and physical well-being, teaching that intimacy should never be governed by "shameful animalism" but by pure, holy principles (CCh 135.2). --- 💡 **You might also want to explore:** • What did Ellen White say about the importance of self-control and "moral stamina"? • How do "animal propensities" affect a person's spiritual life and health? • What counsel did she give for those seeking to overcome "former lusts" or past mistakes? --- 📚 **55 passages found** containing these search terms — [Explore in Full-Text Search](/advanced-search?q=sex%22+)