Plan B (the “morning after” pill) ends a life that is an unintended and unwanted result of a sexual encounter. God’s Plan A for sex is found in the Bible. This is the basis of healthy sex education for teens … Continue reading
Christian sexual ethics
Teen Sex Talk Part V: Healthy Sex Education
What is a healthy view of sexuality, “right” thinking about sex? The Bible has much to say, from beginning to end. Moses wrote about sex. So did King Solomon. Jesus talked about it. The Apostle Paul wrote about sex in … Continue reading
The Miss America pageant without bathing suits? Part II
The bikini as a topic of discussion by mature Christian students in a Doctor of Ministry program at a world class theological seminary? Why? What connection could there possibly be between a bikini and faith? Jeff Pollard saw the connection. Even as … Continue reading
Christian Nominalism in Sexual Attitudes and Practices
Paper presented at the Global Consultation on Christian Witness to Nominal Christians, Rome, Italy, 14 – 18 March 2018 William Willimon, an American Methodist pastor, begins his Lenten reflection, “Repent,” with these words: “The church of today lives in an … Continue reading
Christian doctors: Compassion and Integrity
Compassion — for the transgendered. Integrity — for health care professionals. CMDA calls healthcare professionals to provide “culturally competent medical care” of transgender persons. “Such care requires our compassion, an open and trusting dialogue, a genuine effort to understand and … Continue reading