FAITHteen | Issue 18

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How To Have a Healthy Relationship
Given time, most of us gain a different perspective on things, but many of us fight to hold on to unhealthy relationships. Why does it have to hurt so much? How should we react? And how do we know what's right? A song taking the pop charts by storm is Jojo’s “Get Out (Leave). More

Is sex a bad thing or a good thing? And what is that whole “adultery" thing about? As long as you're not sleeping with a married person, are you OK? What exactly does the Bible say about sex and sexuality anyway? What does it all mean?

Take a look at almost any movie or popular TV show today, and you'll get the clear message that sex outside of marriage is cool. According to pop culture, sex is not a matter of "if,” but "when" … and "how often." Pop culture is just plain wrong.

Look ahead to the possibility of being married. As you approach your wedding night, what would you want to say to your spouse?
A. We’ve slept together several times, but we’ll make this one special.
B. We’ve lived together for two years. This is like a nice vacation.
C. I’ve slept with so many, but you are the best.
D. I have saved myself especially for you for my whole life.

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