Talking to teens about sex might make you squirm. If you’re a youth pastor, we don’t have to tell you that. Sexuality is a topic you must discuss early and often with kids. But is it easy for you to do?
In this six-minute video, veteran youth leader Jonathan McKee goes where many pastors fear to tread. He does an excellent job breaking the ice while talking to teens about sex. First he puts a group of middle schoolers at ease. He explains that unfortunately, sex is a taboo subject in the church. In that context, people tend to think of sex as “naughty.”
Then McKee proves that the Bible (and therefore God) is not afraid to talk about sex. To God, sex is not a taboo subject!
So what’s the number-one question on every teenager’s mind when it comes to sex? “Should I wait?” is what McKee identifies and addresses in this clip. He draws on the wisdom of Proverbs 5:18-20 to explain God’s intention for sex and marriage.
Share this important video with kids at your church. When you prepare to talk to teens or tweens about sex and purity, remember these suggestions.
