relationships and families Flashcards
what is human sexuality
the way humans express themselves as humans
what are Christian Churches view on sexual relationships
they should only take place within marriage
what are things that are more common now that the church is less powerful in society
sex before marriage
many sex partners
open homosexual relationships
adultery
what does bible say about in support of heterosexual relationships
man and women should be united and increase in number
-genesis 1:28 and 2:24
this is also why some Christians oppose sex outside marriage /homosexuality/and artificial contraception
what are the contrasting views Christians have on sex /marriage/homosexuality and artificial contraception due to genesis 1:28/2:24
some Christians oppose sex outside marriage /homosexuality/and artificial contraception
some accept it with the view that adapting teachings to fit changing world is the most loving thing
what causes christian views against homosexuality
1 corinthians 6:9-10 and leviticus 18:22
where sexual relations between 2 men is forbidden
what is the view of Catholic Church on homosexuality
it is not sinful but one must remain celibate
what is the rule the church of england have on homosexuality
they arent allowed to get married but can have faithful committed relationships
what is islams view on homosexuality
it is against Gods natural law
what is Islams view on sex before marriage
it is wrong
why may some christians allow sex before marriage
it is a valid expression of peoples love for each other
why may religions not accept sex outside marriage
sex outside marriage causes betrayal of trust,lies,secrecy and pain to all concerned
why is adultery bad for Christians
it breaks promises made before God at wedding to be faithful for as long as they shall live
bible commandment says you shall not commit adultery in exodus 20:14
what are methods of contraception
condom
pill
rhythm method
sterilisation
the coil
what are religious views on artificial contraception
acceptable in marriage for certain reasons
what is Gods purpose for marriage
to have a family
what do Catholic and orthodox churches feel about artificial contraception
goes against natural law
-catholics believe that it is for expressing love and making life and that these 2 purposes should not be seperated
what are catholic views on use of artificial contraception
-catholics believe that it is for expressing love and making life and that these 2 purposes should not be seperated
-sinful as it prevents Gods plan of being open to new life
why do many people disagree on the catholic views against contraception
-as catholic promote natural contraception like natural planning
-people disagree as it can be less reliable and artificial has no reason not to be used as long as they dont cause abortion
what are reasons contraception is allowed for many other christians,jews and muslims
as not every sexual act is wanted to lead to babies
-people should be allowed to have as many babies as they want
-bring babies into deprivation because contraception is not allowed is a much greater evil than using contraception
what churches allow use of artificial contraception
church of england
anglicans
non conformist
why may Christians be against some form of contraception
them and other religious people believe in the protection of human life from the moment of conception
-coil and morning after pill stop egg as developing which can be seen as abortion
couples should love each other as
christ loved the church
Ephesians 5:25
why might people live together but not get married(cohabitation)
to see if a relationship is going to work
what is the purpose of marriage
for man and woman to leave parents and become one flesh
why are some christians against same sex marriage
it goes against actual nature of marriage which meant legal union of a man and woman but turned to committed relationship between adults
what are some reasons for divorce
addiction
adultery
immaturity
domestic violence
why may someone argue divorce to be a good/bad option
-sanctity of vows before god
-may be more compassionate decision to allow divorce(eg:domestic abuse which could put safety and health of partner or children in danger
what do Christians believe about divorce and remariage
Jesus taught it to be commiting adultery in mark10:11-12
how can Catholics remarry
through annulment if it was never a true marriage
what is a commandment about family life
Honor thy father and mother
exodus 20:13
how should parents treat children
must respect their human dignity
psalm127:3-5
children are the heritage of the Lord offspring a reward from him
what does gender inequality prevent and what is it caused by
gender prejudice
sexual stereotyping
what is a quote against discrimination
love thy neighbour
Leviticus 19:18
