{"product_id":"good-christian-sex-why-chastity-isnt-the-only-option-and-other-things-the-bible-says-about-sex-paperback","title":"Good Christian Sex: Why Chastity Isn't the Only Option-And Other Things the Bible Says about Sex - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eBromleigh McCleneghan\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMoving beyond the deep-seated cultural feelings of shame that have long fueled the conflict between Christianity and sex--and the belief that there is only one right and valid way to practice one's sexuality--this renowned University of Chicago pastor uses enlightening personal stories and examples from theology to show how sex is powerful and holy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor years, Christians have been told to adhere to one singular path when it comes to sex: abstinence and purity. Yet this limited focus ignores the reality that people's sexual and romantic lives differ widely, even among those who consider themselves devout believers. Church leaders have often refused to address the topic--or have preached in ways that are harmful to the emotional and spiritual growth of the faithful in the pews.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePastor McCleneghan is determined to reshape the issue--and fundamentally transcend this disconnect between sexuality and spirituality that has left many Christians feeling guilty and sinful. Written in her measured, non-judgmental voice, \u003cem\u003eGood Christian Sex\u003c\/em\u003e combines humorous personal anecdotes with theological research to transform how Christians think and talk about this basic human need, offering a new understanding that reconciles human love and religious faith.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBreaking with outdated conventions, McCleneghan explains how the Bible and Christian tradition inform our beliefs about desire, pleasure, nudity, fidelity, premarital sex, and the variety of sexual practices, and encourages Christians to talk about their bodies, their sensuality, and their longings in a frank, positive, and realistic way. Warm, insightful, and honest, \u003cem\u003eGood Christian Sex\u003c\/em\u003e is a message of hope, that at last lifts the veil of shame felt by many religious people.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFront Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSex for all Christians that is powerful, even holy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe need to change how Christians talk about sex, says pastor Bromleigh McCleneghan. Instead of landing on extremes such as \"Sex outside marriage is always a sin\" or \"God is uninterested in your sex life,\" McCleneghan explores the Bible in conversation with the wisdom of theologians, ethicists, and psychologists to find a better way for Christians to understand and practice their sexuality in light of their deep faith. \u003c\/p\u003e--\u003cb\u003eRev. Mihee Kim-Kort, author of \u003ci\u003eYoked: Stories of a Clergy Couple in Marriage, Ministry, and Family\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBack Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSex for all Christians that is powerful, even holy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe need to change how Christians talk about sex, says pastor Bromleigh McCleneghan. Instead of landing on extremes such as \"Sex outside marriage is always a sin\" or \"God is uninterested in your sex life,\" McCleneghan explores the Bible in conversation with the wisdom of theologians, ethicists, and psychologists to find a better way for Christians to understand and practice their sexuality in light of their deep faith. \u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 256\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.7 x 7.9 x 5.2 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e July 05, 2016\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51966871830829,"sku":"9780062428592","price":21.78,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0938\/3185\/6429\/files\/D1R214Kx9V9780062428592.webp?v=1775539454","url":"https:\/\/ishookbooks.com\/products\/good-christian-sex-why-chastity-isnt-the-only-option-and-other-things-the-bible-says-about-sex-paperback","provider":"iShook Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}