24 February | Teens
«If a man be found lying with a woman married to an husband, then they shall both of them die, both the man that lay with the woman, and the woman: so shalt thou put away evil from Israel.» Deuteronomy 22: 22
In His wisdom, God has given us guidelines to help us live in a healthy and respectful way, including how we should behave to love and respect ourselves and others. In the Bible, especially in Deuteronomy, He talks about the importance of treating these matters with great care and respect.
These guidelines are like a map that guides us to protect our heart and body. They teach us to value ourselves and the people around us. God wants us to understand that each person is special and should be treated with love and dignity. After all, we are children of the same Father.
In this context, God teaches us that we should wait for the right time for certain experiences, especially those related to love between two people. He asks us to follow paths that lead us to live in a healthy and happy way, always respecting the limits that He has set for our good.
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For parents: This is an invitation to start planning how you are going to talk about sexuality with your children. It is an opportunity to teach about self-respect, respect for others and the importance of following God's guidelines for a happy and healthy life. Plan a quiet and appropriate time to talk about these issues, reinforcing the ultimate purpose of the Christian love relationship: marriage!