Sex As Intended

Sex, unlike the food we eat everyday, is not widely, easily or openly discussed in public or even among close circles. Yet, sex is indeed pervasive among us and much more widely practised than discussed. While sex may be accepted more liberally in some countries; it remains a taboo subject in others, only to be practised but not to be discussed. Even today the very mention of the word 'sex' blushes many and causes discomfort to others. Are we guilty of sex? Do we feel guilty of sex?

In the beginning, sex first started in the Garden of Eden between Adam and Eve. In the same garden the very first sin was also committed. Over time and going fast forward, we are here today because of the very first sex which had taken place and we feel guilty of sex today because of the very first sin which had been committed. And from that garden, as lives multiply, guilt and shame propagate amidst sexual affairs falling short of blessing. This is how we see sex in this world today. And this is where we must also change.

But can we undo the sins we had shouldered to become pure again, even in sex? The answer is no but what couples can do is learn how to love and respect each other, preserve the institution of marriage, be fearful of the sanctity of life, so that they can reap the benefits of marriage that God intended.

Even for those who have lost faith in the institution of marriage and where the abstinence from sex is difficult, the sensible approach is to stay with one regular companion. This path will lead to less complication in relationship, in life, and far lesser feelings of guilt.

Truly, sex was intended to be pure and to be a great joy for men and women in procreation. Free from guilt and sin, sex was intended to be shared lovingly between responsible married couples. When two innocent hearts are blessed with love - where their spirits may be joined together in holy matrimony, so may their bodies be joined together in sex.

You have the best of sex when there is an absence of lust. You have the best of sex when the union takes place not just for the body but also for the spirit. You have the best of sex with sex as intended.