When a couple has consensual sex, doesn’t that mean they’re essentially married in God’s eyes?
Sexuality Q&As
Is it OK to use pornography in marriage?
Is it OK for a man to use sexually suggestive photos of his wife on personal devices as substitutes for illicit porn material?
How do I overcome an ongoing struggle with sexual self-gratification? I can’t seem to resist the temptation to masturbate, but then I feel so guilty.
As a Christian, how should I relate to a gay-identified friend or family member? I have several relationships that involve this dynamic, including both non-Christians and those who claim to be followers of Christ. Any suggestions?
What should we say to our college-age son who claims to be a “gay Christian?” He believes God has told him that there’s nothing wrong with homosexuality and that interpretations of the Bible to the contrary are in error. Worst of all, he’s been sharing these ideas with his brother (who, by the way, is …
How do we break the news to our friends and extended family that our oldest son now self-identifies as a homosexual? My husband and I are still reeling from this revelation. Our younger kids are aware that something is going on, but they don’t yet know all the details. As for our relatives and the …
Is there a good way to talk with children about a spouse’s addiction to sexually explicit material?
What are the differences between male and female?
Where does the Bible say that sex before marriage is wrong? Isaac and Rebekah didn’t have a church wedding. Apparently they just slept together and that was it! And what about Joseph and Mary? Why was it OK for them to travel to Bethlehem together before they were married?
Can you help me overcome my obsession with sexually explicit material?
As a guy do you think it means I’m gay because I’ve always had a preference and appreciation for feminine and “girly” things? I’ve been this way since I was a small boy, I’m not sure what to make of this.
Does God expect gay people to live without love? I’m a Christian, and I have a sincere and earnest desire to live a holy life. At the same time, I struggle with intense same-sex attractions. Other believers have told me that my obligation in this area is the same as that of a Christian heterosexual …
Can you help us figure out how to respond to our grown son who has just informed us that he’s a homosexual? This announcement has turned our world upside down. Tears, depression, frustration, anger – they’re all part of the kaleidoscope of emotions that I go through during the course of a day. We want …
Why don’t more people realize that porn addiction can be overcome?
Should we attend a family gathering where a same-sex couple are planning to be present? My sister-in-law is currently married to her partner. We love both of these ladies but have made it clear that we don’t support their lifestyle. There’s a huge family reunion next summer and my husband wants us to go. I …
Can you help us figure out how to address the matter of our living arrangements with our grown son who is currently residing with us and who recently informed us that he’s a homosexual? He now refers to himself as “gay,” is beginning to tell other people about it, and seems to view homosexuality as …
Why would God plant within a man the uncontrollable urge to look at every attractive woman and then say, “Oh, by the way, lust is adultery and adultery is sin. Good luck!” If lust is a sin, why did He create me with sexual desires?
What can we say to our teenage son who just told us that he’s gay?
What’s wrong with nudity and nudism? I’m a committed Christian, but my question is sincere. Recently I’ve become involved with a group of people who practice nudism as a way of promoting good health and getting in touch with nature. They’ve convinced me that it’s a wonderful way of life. Why should this be a …
