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Sexuality Q&As

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Does Consensual Sex Equal Marriage?

When a couple has consensual sex, doesn’t that mean they’re essentially married in God’s eyes?

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Husband Wants to Use Porn to Spice up Sex Life With Wife

Is it OK to use pornography in marriage?

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Replacing Porn With Sexual Photos of Wife

Is it OK for a man to use sexually suggestive photos of his wife on personal devices as substitutes for illicit porn material?

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The Process of Overcoming Addiction to Pornography

Why don’t more people realize that porn addiction can be overcome?

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Empathy and Advice for Chronic Masturbator

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.

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Interacting With a Gay-Identified Friend

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?

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Responding to a “Gay Christian” in the Family

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 …

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What the Bible Says About Public Nudity

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 …

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Explaining Porn Addiction to Kids

Is there a good way to talk with children about a spouse’s addiction to sexually explicit material?

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Key Differences Between Male and Female

What are the differences between male and female?

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Wife Is Being Asked by Husband to Spice up Sex Life With Porn

Is it right for my husband to bring pornographic material into our bedroom as a way to “enhance” our sexual relationship?

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Addicted to Pornography

Can you help me overcome my obsession with sexually explicit material?

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Feminine “Preferences” and Male Sexual Identity

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.

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Love, Sex, and Same-Sex Orientation

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 …

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Woman Dating or Engaged to Man Addicted to Pornography

Should I continue a relationship with a man who seems to have a real problem with obscene and sexually explicit material?

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Attending a Family Gathering Including a Same-Sex Couple

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 …

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Gay-Identified Adult Child Living In Parents’ Home

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 …

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Lust vs. Normal Sexual Desire

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?

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Scientific Support for Gender Distinctions

Is there any scientific support for gender distinctions? Within my circle of friends, the subject has often led to some pretty spirited and controversial discussions. Those who disagree with my perspective – namely, that men and women are different in some very basic and important ways – call me “sexist” and argue that my views …

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Basic Information Regarding STIs

What are the symptoms associated with the major Sexually Transmitted Infections? I’m afraid I may have one, but I don’t know for sure. I’m scared to talk to anyone about it. What should I do?