“What should I say to my child about sex?” I’m inevitably asked this question when I speak to a group of parents. A recent evening with Iranians in Turkey was no different, except this time some of the parents were … Continue reading
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A Christmas story
In the story of the first Christmas, at least one of the main characters was a teenager — Mary, the mother of Jesus. Mary was happily “betrothed” to Joseph, meaning that they had the status of marriage but not yet … Continue reading
Sex and career goals
If today’s teens are going to decide to save sex for marriage they will need strong reasons for doing so. In some parts of the world they will be going against a culture in which teen sexual activity is the … Continue reading
“What if I already have?”
Sometimes, after I have given a talk, a question is asked that breaks my heart. That happened after I had spoken to a group of teen girls on the medical, emotional, and relational risks of premature sexual intimacy and sex … Continue reading
The New Ontario Sex Education Curriculum
What is your purpose in talking to children and teens about sex — as a parent talking to your own children, as a teacher in the classroom, or as a youth pastor or counselor? You need to be clear on … Continue reading
Sex on Campus
Parents, are you concerned that your son or daughter will be drawn into the hook-up culture at university – or is already involved? Counselors and youth pastors, do you wonder if your discussions with teens at school or church will … Continue reading