Summary and Critique of "The Gift of Sex"
A Book Review of The Gift of Sex
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This paper is a summary of the book "The Gift of Sex" along with my responses for each section in the book. Along with the physical aspect of sex, there is a spiritual aspect of sex, which is mostly neglected by today's culture and even by Christians. The authors believe that sex is also a spiritual and emotional act, involving the total person, the body, soul and spirit. There is a connection with the sexual relationship of a husband and his wife, and the intimate relationship of God and man. Revelation of this reality would bring freedom and fulfillment in God and in marriage. There are many aspects to a sexual relationship between a husband and wife, apart from gaining sexual release. Although there may be many different hindrances that can befall any married couple, such as erectile dysfunction and vaginitis, there is hope and help for everyone. With the right attitude towards each other and the sexual relationship, couples can find help and overcome any sexual dissatisfaction.
A Book Review of The Gift of Sex
A Biblical Perspective Most everyone including the church views human sexuality to be separated from theology. Penner and Penner (2003) argued that this is not a biblical interpretation of human sexuality. God's value of the sexuality of the individual and sexuality in the marriage relationship is clearly depicted in the Bible. Sexuality, Penner and Penner (2003) contend, is a gift from God to be experienced and enjoyed between a man and his wife. The relationship between a man and his wife, is one of the deepest commitment one human can make to another. It is a lifelong commitment to honor, cherish, and to be faithful until death to another person. God has given the precious gift of sex within the context of a marital relationship only. There are many who misuse sex as junk; they have separated sexuality from spirituality. Unfortunately, the
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Abstract
This paper is a summary of the book "The Gift of Sex" along with my responses for each section in the book. Along with the physical aspect of sex, there is a spiritual aspect of sex, which is mostly neglected by today's culture and even by Christians. The authors believe that sex is also a spiritual and emotional act, involving the total person, the body, soul and spirit. There is a connection with the sexual relationship of a husband and his wife, and the intimate relationship of God and man. Revelation of this reality would bring freedom and fulfillment in God and in marriage. There are many aspects to a sexual relationship between a husband and wife, apart from gaining sexual release. Although there may be many different hindrances that can befall any married couple, such as erectile dysfunction and vaginitis, there is hope and help for everyone. With the right attitude towards each other and the sexual relationship, couples can find help and overcome any sexual dissatisfaction.
A Book Review of The Gift of Sex
A Biblical Perspective Most everyone including the church views human sexuality to be separated from theology. Penner and Penner (2003) argued that this is not a biblical interpretation of human sexuality. God's value of the sexuality of the individual and sexuality in the marriage relationship is clearly depicted in the Bible. Sexuality, Penner and Penner (2003) contend, is a gift from God to be experienced and enjoyed between a man and his wife. The relationship between a man and his wife, is one of the deepest commitment one human can make to another. It is a lifelong commitment to honor, cherish, and to be faithful until death to another person. God has given the precious gift of sex within the context of a marital relationship only. There are many who misuse sex as junk; they have separated sexuality from spirituality. Unfortunately, the
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