Celibacy (remaining unmarried) does not necessarily mean holiness. And God looks at the heart of man. It is from there that all sensual sins originate. God requires man to remain holy wholly - spirit, soul and body.

Some Pentecostal churches seem to encourage celibacy for both men and women – imitating the Roman Catholic tradition of Friaries and Convents. Their men are looking forward to a special place in heaven – Zion. But the fact is that celibacy is not the norm and only exceptional people are blessed with such a gift that enables them to do the Lord’s ministry undistracted. This should never be a forced lifestyle for sons and daughters of believers which leads to regret later in their lives. It is not good for a man to be alone!