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Book SynopsisTrade ReviewTo advocate an ideal of sexual purity is perhaps the last American taboo. . . . This book provides a wise spiritual guide on how, and why, to lead such a life. --
Paul C. Vitz, New York University
Arnold writes simply, eloquently, and faithfully. His Sex, God, and Marriage is a relentless, biblical call for renewed Christian commitment. Advocates of accommodated, acculturated Christianity will find little comfort in these pages; struggling disciples, however, will be much encouraged. --
William H. Willimon, Duke Divinity School
Simple and short, but deep, this is one of the best books on handling sexuality in a way that honors God. --
J. I. Packer, Regent College
I am very happy for this book and for its moral conviction. --
Pope Benedict XVIIn this book we find a message needed today in every part of the world. --
Mother TeresaA message that is desperately needed today . . . should be in the hands of every educator and teenager. --
Alice von HildebrandArnold’s bold statement on the meaning of marriage clarifies for the sometimes confused church a concept central to Christian teaching. --
Charles Edward Blake, Presiding Bishop, Church of God in Christ
Striking for its clear and penetrating presentation of simple (and yet immensely profound) biblical truths about human sexuality. I wish everyone could read this call to cut through the complications of modern life by a holy and Christ-like life. --
William A. Dyrness, Fuller Theological Seminary
Clear, compassionate, uncompromisingly Christian, and straight from (and to) the heart. . . . Pretty close, I think, to what Jesus would say if he were to write a book about sex today – and probably as socially acceptable as he was. --
Peter Kreeft, Boston College
Table of ContentsContents Foreword by Mother Teresa Introduction by Robert P. George To the Reader Part I: In the Beginning 1. In the Image of God 2. It Is Not Good for Man to Be Alone 3. They Shall Become One Flesh 4. The First Sin 5. Restoring the Image of God 6. Sexuality and the Sensuous Sphere 7. The Pure in Heart Part II: What God Has Joined Together 8. Marriage in the Holy Spirit 9. The Mystery of Marriage 10. The Sacredness of Sex 11. Parenthood and the Gift of Children 12. The Purity of Childhood 13. For Those Considering Marriage 14. The Service of Singleness Part III: The Spirit of Our Age 15. With or Without God 16. What about Homosexuality? 17. The Hidden War 18. Divorce and Remarriage 19. Therefore Let Us Keep Watch A Call to Purity Notes For Further Reading
