I am a fan of Kristen and Bethany of Girl Defined Ministries. This is their third book and is all about sex / purity. This book is all based on Christian theology and how sex was designed by God. Sex within marriage is how the Creator designed it. The authors illustrate how sex is a metaphor for a relationship with God. Sex is meant to be intimate between two spouses who have made a covenant promise to each other...just like how God has a covenant relationship with humanity. This does not mean God has physical relations with people--by no means. It is all just symbolic and metaphorical. Difficult issues such as porn, erotica, adultery, homosexuality, sexual abuse, and more are covered in a way that is transparent yet not graphic. I should note that the book is aimed at women and can be read by young girls. There is nothing explicit in the book and no images. What I was surprised was how there was little to no emphasis on physical consequences for premarital sex. There was no section on sexually transmitted disease or unplanned pregnancy. Overall, I enjoyed the book. No matter your past, you are loved by God and can walk in your worth as a daughter of God. Sex is not scary or bad or cheap. Rather, sex is meant to be cherished with the one person who has committed their life to you by putting a ring on your finger!
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