Sexual Relationships

Question 1

Views of pro-homosexual Christians

Answer 1

1) Church of England accept homosexuals who aren’t celibate
2) some Christians believe that bible texts about homosexuality are misinterpreted
3) faithful homosexual relationships are better than heteros who sleep around

Question 2

Views of middle position Christians

Answer 2

there is nothing wrong with homosexuality but these people should be celibate

all Christians believe that homosexuals can be forgiven for their failings

Question 3

Views of anti-homosexual Christians

Answer 3

St. Paul says that homosexuality is wrong, as all sex outside marriage is wrong - “you shall not commit adultery”

God created Adam and Eve to be together - relationships should be between man and woman

homosexuals cannot procreate and this is one of the main purposes of sex - God said “go forth and multiply”

1 Corinthians - “men who have sex with men… will not inherit the kingdom of God”

Question 4

What are the different types of contraception?

Answer 4

natural (85-98% effective):

• withdrawal
• rhythm method - only making love when women can’t conceive

artificial (99-100%):

• condom
• pill - prevent ovulation

emergency:
-morning after pill will stop fertilised egg from developing

Question 5

Arguments for contraceptives

Answer 5

reduces abortion

reduces STDs

one purpose of sex is pleasure - allows couples to have regular sex

family won’t get too big to support

Question 6

Arguments against contraceptives

Answer 6

Roman Catholics oppose - prevents God’s plan for new life - purpose of sex is procreation

morning after pill and the coil involve the destruction of an embryo

led to an increase in infidelity