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Sexual Relationships Justine Gilliland 10/10/26 Sexual Relationships Justine Gilliland 10/10/26

Why Active Consent is ESSENTIAL In Christian Relationships

This article explores why active consent is essential in Christian relationships, how it contributes to sexual wellbeing, and reflects Christian values.

Also explored in this article is the consent continuum, outlining how active consent differs from compliance, pressure, coercion, and force.

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The S.A.C.R.E.D. Intimacy Guide

A Christian Framework for Holistic Sexual Wellbeing

Elevating sexual decision making. Reflect, wrestle, choose with grace.

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We celebrate sexuality as a sacred, God-given gift. Our sexuality and its expression can be an act of worship.

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Agreement

We cultivate the freedom and safety to engage in sexual expression with genuine choice, without pressure or coercion.

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Holistic Health

We steward the body, mind, spirit, and relationships towards sexual wellbeing, and are committed to preventing harm.

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Relational


We nurture
our sexual relationships, strengthening our connection with each other and ourselves.

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Enjoyable


We delight in the gift of sexual pleasure, recognising this experience is expansive across a lifetime. 

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Dignity


We honour the Image of God in ourselves and each other, choosing responsibility and standing against exploitation.  

About the Guide

SACRED Intimacy provides general educational information and is not a substitute for individual and personalised medical, psychological, relationship, pastoral or theological advice. If you have concerns about your sexual or reproductive health, please seek advice from an appropriately qualified health professional.

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