How to have “The Talk”
Yikes! They’re at that age now. It’s time to have the dreaded “Birds and the Bees” talk.
Parents don’t fear! You have the privilege of teaching your child to live biblically and honorably in a culture and society that seeks promiscuity, sensuality and lust above all things, but because you know the word of God you have a tool to teach your kids about the true meaning of Love and how Sex fits into that from a biblical perspective.
As a Christian parent, it can be challenging to know how to have "the talk" with your child about sex and sexuality. However, it is essential to have these conversations with your child to ensure that they understand the biblical principles regarding sex and relationships. Here are some tips for having "the talk" with your child:
Prepare yourself spiritually and emotionally.
Before having "the talk" with your child, make sure that you are prepared spiritually and emotionally. Pray for guidance and wisdom as you approach this topic. Remember that sex is a gift from God, and it is meant to be enjoyed within the confines of marriage. Take time to reflect on your own beliefs and values regarding sex and relationships so that you can communicate them effectively to your child.
Use Scripture as your guide.
The Bible has a lot to say about sex and relationships. Use Scripture as your guide to teach your child the biblical principles regarding sex and relationships. Here are some verses you can use:
Genesis 1:27-28: "So God created man in his own image, in the image of God he created him; male and female he created them. And God blessed them. And God said to them, 'Be fruitful and multiply and fill the earth and subdue it and have dominion over the fish of the sea and over the birds of the heavens and over every living thing that moves on the earth.'"
This verse teaches us that God created male and female to be in a relationship with each other and to be fruitful and multiply. It also shows that sex is a part of God's design for humanity.
1 Corinthians 6:18-20: "Flee from sexual immorality. Every other sin a person commits is outside the body, but the sexually immoral person sins against his own body. Or do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit within you, whom you have from God? You are not your own, for you were bought with a price. So glorify God in your body."
This verse teaches us that our bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit and that we should glorify God with our bodies. It also shows that sexual immorality is a sin that harms our bodies.
Ephesians 5:31-33: "Therefore a man shall leave his father and mother and hold fast to his wife, and the two shall become one flesh. This mystery is profound, and I am saying that it refers to Christ and the church. However, let each one of you love his wife as himself, and let the wife see that she respects her husband."
This verse teaches us that marriage is a sacred union between a man and a woman, and it is a reflection of Christ's relationship with the church. It also shows that husbands and wives should love and respect each other.
Be age-appropriate.
When having "the talk" with your child, make sure that the information you share is age-appropriate. Younger children may only need to know the basics, while older children may need more detailed information. Use language that your child can understand and avoid using slang or technical terms that may confuse them.
In conclusion, having "the talk" with your child can be a daunting task, but it is essential to ensure that they understand the biblical principles regarding sex and relationships. Remember to prepare yourself spiritually and emotionally, use Scripture as your guide, and be age-appropriate. With these tips, you can have a meaningful and productive conversation with your child about sex and sexuality.
