The Gift Of Sex By Clifford And Joyce Penner
Each of the five chapters in The Gift of Sex, (2003) will be look at to summarize the different dynamics of people’s sexual intimacy. In the majority of churches, sex is a taboo subject that people do not discussed openly with one another. This correlates with the first chapter of The gift of sex, (2003). In order to have the best sexual experiences, couples must understand how God designed their bodies. This way couples can clearly understand the functions. Not only is this important, but couples knowing how to communicate openly their desires, having an open imagination for fun, how to please your spouse, and being able to feel free in the sexual act will improve their sex life. Chapter three discusses these topics in length. There are many
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In dividing the sections in categories with medical terminology, then nonprofessionals’ terms it helps couples understand the aspects properly within the medical world. The book gives knowledge for stressful sexual situations, which usually are corrected. It also allows couples to realize, they are not the only ones with such concerns. Since people have learned about sexuality, or the lack there of through family members, friends, and church the book helps to illustrate unreliable information at times need only be corrected through proper communications or …show more content…
With God’s plan, married couples can have a non-selfish relationship, because of finding ways to satisfy each other. This in turn, will set the foundation for a happier communion within their marriage.
Although, sexual activity is important, all areas of marriage must be addressed to have a well- rounded partnership, according to Wheat & Wheat (Huff, 2012). Penner & Penner, (2003) are obvious about the relationship between couples sexual union and their affiliation with God in the first section of the book. However, it could be confusing to new Christians. Not knowing when and where to draw the line when it comes to their ideas of sexual activity and what is appropriate before the eyes of God. It could leave them still questioning what is correct. This also could leave them feeling as if they are sinning. It appears they did not write enough about wives being submissive to their husbands. More examples would have clarified this
In dividing the sections in categories with medical terminology, then nonprofessionals’ terms it helps couples understand the aspects properly within the medical world. The book gives knowledge for stressful sexual situations, which usually are corrected. It also allows couples to realize, they are not the only ones with such concerns. Since people have learned about sexuality, or the lack there of through family members, friends, and church the book helps to illustrate unreliable information at times need only be corrected through proper communications or …show more content…
With God’s plan, married couples can have a non-selfish relationship, because of finding ways to satisfy each other. This in turn, will set the foundation for a happier communion within their marriage.
Although, sexual activity is important, all areas of marriage must be addressed to have a well- rounded partnership, according to Wheat & Wheat (Huff, 2012). Penner & Penner, (2003) are obvious about the relationship between couples sexual union and their affiliation with God in the first section of the book. However, it could be confusing to new Christians. Not knowing when and where to draw the line when it comes to their ideas of sexual activity and what is appropriate before the eyes of God. It could leave them still questioning what is correct. This also could leave them feeling as if they are sinning. It appears they did not write enough about wives being submissive to their husbands. More examples would have clarified this