Men in the Arena - Christian Men's Podcast Modern Christian Parents are Ditching the ‘Sex Talk’: Here’s What They Do Instead w/ Rodney Wright EP 821
Feb 28, 2025
In this conversation, Rodney Wright, a staff member of Pure Desire Ministries and author of 'How to Talk to Your Kids About Sex,' provides invaluable insights into modern approaches to sexual education. He advocates for ongoing dialogues rather than a single talk, stressing the importance of proactivity in guiding children through sensitive topics. Rodney also touches on the challenges of pornography addiction and the need for community support in addressing sexual brokenness. Ultimately, he emphasizes equipping parents to foster healthy, open conversations about sexuality within faith contexts.
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Become Your Child's Safe Guide
- Be the safest person for your kids regarding sexuality and pornography exposure.
- Use age-appropriate language that normalizes body parts as good, not shameful, starting early in their development.
Use Ongoing One-Minute Talks
- Replace the outdated "one big sex talk" with many short, age-appropriate conversations.
- Normalize questions about the body and sexuality, linking them to God's good design.
Redefine Purity as Holistic Health
- Think of purity as holistic health, not mere cleanliness or abstinence.
- Healthy sexuality involves stewardship and maturity, regardless of marital status.
