What the Bible Says about Going Out, Marriage, and Sex
Overview
God calls us to follow him in every area of our lives; one of the most challenging is in the realm of our sexuality. We were beautifully, intricately created as sexual beings, but we are so quickly marred when we disregard God's instructions. Here, two doctors sensitively address the matter within a clear biblical and medical framework.
Top Highlights
“It gives a selfish message and feeds insecurity in the other partner.” (Page 28)
“The couple need to ‘leave’ their parental family unit as they marry—with parents actively letting go of their son or daughter—and the couple form a new family unit in a new place.” (Page 10)
“Such an attitude has damaged the community of many a youth group or college residence. You may also find yourself without the support of friends if your relationship breaks up.” (Page 20)
“It is so easy for our searching to distract us from putting our energies into things of eternal importance.” (Page 14)
“what we believe and why, so that we can respond wisely and swiftly to difficult situations as they arise” (Page 7)
…Honestly and frankly explains what the Bible teaches on sex and relationships.
—Roger Carswell
This book gives straight, honest answers to the many questions young people have about love, sex and relationships. It is clearly written, with plenty of real life examples. The authors show that when we trust God with every aspect of our lives, then we find real and lasting happiness.
—Sharon James, author and speaker
This is a fantastic book…It is about remaining pure before marriage, and it gives many different reasons why this is wise. Dr. Chris Richards and Dr. Liz Jones have explored what the Bible teaches on the subject, and there are biblical references throughout. As doctors, they give medical reasons why it is best to save sex for marriage. I would recommend every church to make this available to their young people. It is certainly the most concise and honest book I have ever read on the subject.
—Susan Woolin, Haworth
- Title: What the Bible Says About Going Out, Marriage, and Sex
- Authors: Dr. Chris Richards and Dr. Liz Jones
- Publisher: Day One
- Publication Date: 2007
- Pages: 64
Dr. Chris Richards and Dr. Liz Jones are medical doctors from the north of England. They are presenters and trustees for the charity Lovewise.