Issues at Stake

Why Wait for Sex?
This material appears courtesy of Silent Voices

If we are to believe what we read in the magazines, see on TV, or hear on the radio, there is NO reason to wait for sex. Sex, as portrayed by the media, is as essential for life as eating and breathing. Go without sex? Why? How? Is it even possible? No way! The TRUTH is, sex is NOT essential for life, and there are some very good reasons to wait! STDs, HIV/AIDS, unplanned pregnancies - all of these would not be the problems they are today had it not been for the "sexual revolution" of the ' 60s.

Before the 1960s, saving sex for marriage was "the norm" - it's what was expected - and virginity was valued. Even today, in almost every culture around the world, remaining a virgin until marriage is expected. Sadly, in our culture, "virginity" is considered archaic, and while unplanned pregnancies are not encouraged, neither is abstinence. And that's really too bad, because there are many benefits to abstinence, including:

• It's risk free
• It's responsible
• It's honest
• It's effective
• It's bold
• It's worry free
• It doesn't cost anything
• It builds trust
• It creates respect
• There's no fear of getting caught
• It won't betray you
• It doesn't play games
• There's no manipulation
• It won't break your heart
• You won't feel used
• Virginity is given - not lost
• STDs can kill
• Some STDs are forever
• Life is valuable
• You are valuable!

For those who consider themselves to be Christians, there is another reason to wait - because it's what God expects! His word is clear on this issue - sex is intended for marriage - not before, but after!

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