Chastity vs. Homosexuality and Pre-Marital Sex
Homosexuality is an extremely controversial subject, not just within the Church, but also within all of society. The Church states that homosexuality is only wrong when individuals act upon it. Since sex is only for procreation, and two people of the same sex cannot procreate, then for them to have sexual relations would be sinful. In today's media, homosexuality as well as "free sex" are both highly glorified. Many morals have been lost, but we, not only as Christians but also as moral individuals must recognize the perverse and twisted effects this has on our attitudes towards sex. We now see sex to be for enjoyment only, and procreation is often just a hassle that comes along with sex. This is an inappropriate approach to sex and has brought many repercussions such as abortions or sexually transmitted diseases. Pre-marital sex is also considered a sin because it's purpose is not procreation. A Christian and moral alternative to both homosexuality and pre-marital sex is chastity. The Church does not believe that homosexuality is inborn. However, a person does not become a homosexual because he wants to be one. By the time an individual discovers his homosexual tendencies, it is too late to do more than learn to c
"It is deplorable that homosexual persons have been and are the object of violent malice in speech or in action. Such treatment deserves condemnation from the church's pastors wherever it occurs. It reveals a kind of disregard for others which endangers the most fundamental principles of a healthy society. The intrinsic dignity of each person must always be respected in word, in action and in law." We must understand that although acting out on homosexual desires is sinful, homosexuals themselves are not "evil" or sinners. We should recognize that the church does not condone homosexual acts and therefore they should strive to be chaste. Two people of the same sex can never procreate, so it would be sinful for them to participate in sex. Pre-marital sex is a big issue among teenagers today. Because of the media and peer pressure, sex is portrayed to us as something that "everyone is doing". The idea of sex purely for procreation between two individuals in a loving marriage has been lost. But the fact of the matter is that not "everyone" is doing it. For teenagers, chastity is a much better way. Not only is it morally correct, it also takes away a lot of the problems that come along with sex, such as pregnancy, sexually transmitted diseases, or the possibly more serious emotional repercussions. "Millions have died from pre-marital sex, but no one has ever died from chastity." Teens should be better educated about sex. If given all the correct information, they are much more likely to make the practical and moral choice, being chastity. Education however, is key, since we are constantly being bombarded by the media telling us to have sex. Everything around us these days seems to be about sex. Everytime we turn on the television, go to the movies, listen to music, it is everywhere and we cannot hide from it. So instead, we should learn that just because these are the options being offered to us, it does
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