It's on billboards an TV, in magazines and movies. Advertisers use it to sell us their goods. It's in the music we listen to, and floods the internet. Sex is suggested by styles of dress. It's been used to destroy the innocence of children and has made a mess of way too many lives.
Sex is definitely here to stay. Easy to get, anytime with whomever, no commitment, and no responsibility. But sex has come a long way from the original design God intended. That's right - believe it or not, sex was designed by God. He created men and women different physically for the purpose of sexual intimacy. Although one purpose for the sexual relationship is for bringing children into the world, God also planned for sex to be pleasurable.
Everything that God created has purpose. But it also has order. God's design for sex, then, must be enjoyed within the boundaries of marriage, love, and a lifetime of commitment. Beyond this, sex results in confusion, conflict and chaos.
Outside of marriage, sex does not build up self-worth, but rather destroys it. Those who use it as currency to "buy" things they want emotionally or physically end up bankrupt. Couples who choose not to wait until marriage bring the weight of guilt, loss of respect and mistrust into their relationship.
Sex that is practiced outside of God's plan has long term consequences, like the heartache of unwanted pregnancies, abortion, rape and other forms of sexual abuse. Then there is the long list of tragic sexually transmitted diseases such as HIV/AIDS.
God's design for sex is something quite the opposite and a whole lot better! Those who wait until marriage not only avoid the dangers of premarital sex, they are also setting themselves up for a lifetime of discovery, satisfaction, and fulfillment within love. And that's something worth waiting for!
Want to know the TRUTH?
Is using sex to get what i want all that bad?
Yes.
- First of all, sex is not a "strategic move" like in a game. It is so much more. God created sex for a husband and wife. It is a powerful part of their commitment, love and intimacy.
- Secondly, sex is way too powerful to "use" to get what you want. Outside of marriage it can easily "backfire" on you, resulting in emotional letdown, guilt, an unwanted pregnancy or many possible diseases. For best result - save it for what it was made for!
IT'S YOUR CHOICE;
- There's a lot of confusion about sex. But God's plan is clear. He made sex for a husband and wife. This physical union is part of the commitment these two people share. God's desire is for you to be pure in every area of your lfe, including your sexuality.
- If you make the choice to wait to have sex until you are married, you will find that God is in the business of keeping you pure and helping you out when you are tempted. He offers strength and places in your heart the desire to do what's right.
- If you have already had sex outside of marriage, God is in the business of second chances. He offers forgiveness and a fresh start.
- If you have ever been forced to have sex, God is in the business of restoring what has been stolen from you. He offers healing and freedom from the pain of the past.
- Here's a way to help you with your commitment of purity. Fill it out and keep it as a constant reminder of your promise to God.
- "Believing that the God who created me loves me and wants what is the absolute best for my life, II commit to God amd my future marriage partner to maintain sexual purity from this day forward."
Signed:__________ Date:____________
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