sexual relationships Flashcards
What are Christian beliefs about sexual relationships?
- sex should be between a man and a women
- because the Bible describes marriage as a man being united to his wife
- however some christians and many non-relgiious people think sexual relationships between same-sex couples are fine.
- sex should obly take place within a marriage
- becasue it is the highest expression of love between a couple and requires the committment of marriage.
- It is meant to be the end of a loving relationship. However some chirstians accept sex brfore marriage, others are happy with promiscuity.
- Adultery is wrong as it is forbidden by the Ten Commandments,
- it breaks the trust between a couple and undermindes the stability of family life.
- Some people accept adultery if it does not cause emotional or physical harm to anyone.
What is homosexuality?
sexual attraction to people of the same sex.
How do the Tradtional Anglican and Catholic teachings view homosexuality?
They believe homosexual sex is wrong anf they shall not have sexual relationships.
Bible teaches that sex should be between man and woman.
Bible aslo teaches that sexual immorality is a sin against God.
“Honour God with your bodies”
How do other christian beliefs view homosexual relationships?
Homosexual sex within committed and loving jomosexual relationships is acceptable and it should still be reserved for a man and woman.
How do humanists view homosexual relationships?
same-sex relationship is fine as long as relationship does not cause harm to those involved. It is a personal choice and freedom.
How do atheists view homosexual relationships?
many atheists accpet same-sex relationships but some may oppose for social or cultural reasons
