Articles Latest Popular Search Theme addictionage of consentalcoholasexualitybeliefsbiblebodyboundariescohabitationconsentcontraceptioncoupledateemotionserectionfaithfalling in lovefriendshipgenderhomosexualitylovemarriagemasturbationmental healthneedoral sexpodcastpornpregnancypubertyrelationshipself-imagesexsexual abusesexualitySexually transmitted diseasesingleSTDsuicidethe bible Tema Forhold Ekteskep Sex How Can a Couple Know If They Are a Good Match? Most of us can be rather preoccupied with finding the right person to marry. But how can we find out if we are a good match? Below are a number of questions... Am I Normal? When I was younger, sometimes I heard comments like ‘loser’ being whispered behind my back. The Different Types of Feminine Hygiene Products Tampons, pantyliners and sanitary towels in different shapes, sizes and packages. Are you unsure about which feminine hygiene products to use during your... Stuck in one place? I don't always know why life turns out the way it does, but I do know one thing: nothing is wasted to God. What Do You HAVE? There’s a fascinating story in the Bible, about a poor widow who became rich. You can read it for yourself in 2 Kings 4:1–7. Looking for Mr Right ‘They’re all scumbags’ A Story About Masturbation and Sexual Feelings When I became a teenager I started to have lots of sexual feelings that I hadn’t had before. I suppose I wasn’t all that different from lots of other boys in... Marriage and Sex Part Two: What Does ‘Sexual Immorality’ Mean? The Bible uses two different expressions to describe sexual relations outside marriage: ‘adultery’ and ‘sexual immorality’. By ‘adultery’, the Bible means a... You Are Special! Some years ago I visited the town I grew up in for a school reunion. Take care of your body Does God's Word have anything important to say about the body? It is not that we only have a body, but we are body. Therefore, we need to take good care of it. Honour your father and mother? One of the 10 Commandments is about honouring your mother and father. Is this still a command to all Christians? How about kids that have had a really... What Happens in a Man’s Body During Sex? Male and female genitals are very different, but they are created in such a way that they fit perfectly together. How to Find the Right Partner Checklists, analyses, rollercoaster emotions, and devious plans are normal when you are looking for the right partner. Perhaps Ingebjørg’s five tips can help? Nineteen and Still a Virgin – WHAT’S WRONG WITH YOU? OK, let me explain. At least, I’ll try. No one has a perfect sexuality Richard Alexander affirms the Bible’s teaching while at the same time having homosexual feelings. He is the author of this text. Is It OK to Masturbate? Almost all guys and lots of girls have masturbated, and the Bible does not say anything about it directly. The Right Person There’s a Norwegian fairy tale called ‘Askeladden’ (the ash lad), in which a seemingly insignificant boy wins both the princess and the kingdom, and they live... What am I without my friends? Friends can fail or disappear Five Steps to Freedom From Porn How can you stop looking at porn? Christian, Single and Proud Is the church functioning the way it should, if young people are afraid of being single for life? Pastor Sam Allberry doesn’t think so. ‘The blood of Jesus is... Could It Be a Good Idea Not to Masturbate? What is masturbation, and is it OK to masturbate? These are very good questions which a lot of people think about. Hooked on Porn I’m a 34-year-old Christian man, and I have been hooked on pornography. Why Shouldn’t You Have Sex Before You’re Married? Marriage has been the boundary line God has put around human sex life for all of Christian history. However, it can be hard to be motivated to put this value... Three Lies Porn Tells You Three years into our marriage, my wife, Trisha, woke up in the middle of the night and realized I wasn’t in bed. She walked out into the living room and as soon... Fear of failing - I learned what it could be like when you place too much of your self-esteem on achievements Freedom From Porn Gjermund Øystese experienced God calling him out of addiction to pornography and into a life of grace. Sex: Worth Waiting for You can call me old-fashioned, but when I got married last June, I was a virgin. And yes, it was worth it. Reflected in God If I ever wonder what I look like, or if I’ve forgotten, then I go and get a mirror. In the same way, if I want to find out who I am, I need someone or... Choosing Just One Person for the Rest of Your Life Do you dream of getting married? Lots of people do, and with good reason! Eight Tips for Choosing a Partner A lot of singles want to find someone they can share their lives with. Is it as simple as some think? Not always. When it comes to choosing a partner there are... What is the Period? Having a period (menstruation) is part of being a woman; in order to get pregnant you have to have started to menstruate. Even though very few girls think of... Ten Good Bible Verses in Times of Crisis There have been many challenging things happening in the world lately. And it might feel as if new incidents keep popping up and escalating around you. How to... Never Good Enough ‘I just have to get a little thinner, and a little more tanned, and a little prettier. Then life will be good.’ Don’t believe it! Self-Image What do you see when you look at yourself in the mirror? Are you proud of what you see, or not? I know how easy it is to get hung up on things I don’t like... God has a plan for your life, including your love life Wait passively or date every day? God gives you the opportunities, but you have to take them. Creative Couples Can sweethearts do anything together apart from kissing and cuddling? Hilde and Vegard have some good suggestions for leisure activities. What About Contraception? God created sex, not just so that we would enjoy marriage, but also so we could have children. Children are a gift and not an accident. If you couldn’t imagine... Some Questions and Answers About Homosexuality Olof Edsinger recently participated in a one-day conference organised in Oslo. He talked about homosexuality both as a theological and a communicative... Is Sex a Human Right? Most people long to find someone to share their lives with, and then start a family with. Being a good friend As we are made in God's image, we have a need for love and fellowship. That is why good, close, healthy and strong friendships are essential to us. Infinite Love The last time I went with my parents to church was when I was fourteen. I got bored, I didn’t understand what the pastor was talking about, and there was no one... About Sexual Feelings Are sexual feelings sin? Is it OK that I have such a strong desire to sleep with my boyfriend or girlfriend? How can I relate to these feelings? In this article... Is it my looks that give me value? Have you ever thought about these questions: Who am I? What makes me valuable? Marriage and Sex Part One: What Does the Bible Say? Some people think that the Bible is against sex. They are wrong, in fact it’s clear from from the first page of the Bible that God is for love and sex between a... Christian and Sexual I’m a sexual human being. That’s a statement that often causes people to raise their eyebrows. Born in the wrong body? «Are you born in the wrong body?» You may have heard someone ask that question. On TV or perhaps on YouTube, at least. Some children and young people say they... Is it only men who struggle with porn? I met ‘Ellen’, a woman in her 20's. She’s just one of many women who struggle with porn, but one of few who dare to talk about it. What’s Wrong with Porn? Be honest now, what’s your dirty little secret? God’s Grace Is Greater Than Anything Else Are sexual sins worse than all other sins? Love Is in the Air When spring arrives, and the birds start to sing, you sense that summer is just around the corner. Love is in the air – spring’s here, and with it dreams of a... Pornography, money and pills 150 years ago, dance, alchohol and gambling (poker), were things preachers called on people to repent of. For good reason: they saw so many lives and families... Is Sex a Basic Need? Most people long to find someone to share their life with. It’s also natural to want to become one sexually with that person and start a family together. What Happens in a Woman’s Body During Sex? Male and female genitals are very different, but there are also many similarities. Where Are the Boundaries? We’ve often dreamt of going on holiday in the sun together. We’ve even booked the tickets, but then cancelled them. Wait for Me! ‘Do you think there’s someone out there who hasn’t slept with anyone yet? Do you think there’s anyone out there for me? I really want to be the first one, the... What Happens When Boys Reach Puberty? In the space of a few years the human body develops and matures from childhood to adulthood; this is called ‘puberty’. Living in purity in an over-sexualised culture Media is flooded with images of half-naked models, and porn is a clickbait away. Sex scenes have become normal in films and tv-series. Girl Friends – BFF Good girl friends are just the best! It’s so good to have someone to meet at school, and someone to walk with, so you don’t need to go into the canteen alone. More and More Cyber-Bullying ‘Some classmates tricked the girl into sending photos of herself almost naked, and sent them round the classroom,’ says Øyvind Barlaup. To Love Is to Be Vulnerable The fear of rejection is something we can all identify with: fear of not being good enough or fear of not being accepted or valued for who you are, with your... Flirting With the Girls The Bible has something to teach us about how we should behave towards girls. I don’t want to be the person who hurts someone unnecessarily. God Loves Sex Yes, you read correctly: God loves sex, and you can too! Ten Good Reasons to Wait With Sex Is sex still worth waiting for? Sixty-one per cent of youths who participated in an American survey said ‘Yes’ it is. Porn-Free In the first part of my story about addiction to pornography, I said that I was addicted to porn for years. In this part I want to explain what I did to get out... Switching Fields The former Chelsea player Gavin Peacock writes about his transition from professional footballer to Christian ministry. What Happens When Girls Reach Puberty? In the space of a few years the human body develops and matures from childhood to adulthood; this is called ‘puberty’. The Battle for Purity How is it possible to live in purity both in thoughts and actions when your body trembles with a longing for sex? These feelings aren’t wrong, after all it is... The Covenant That Shows Who God Is Marriage is important for God. Before there were any other institutions, before any nations emerged, and long before the church existed, God created marriage. Sorry God! I don't have time! There are times when it's easy to find time for God; easy to sit down with the Bible; easy to close the bedroom door and turn your heart to Jesus. At other... To set boundaries in a romantic relationship How do you think through this with your girlfriend? My Worth We’re at a youth group teaching at the church, it’s Monday and the whole group is having teaching together. Our youth leader Rita is to have the devotional... Soulmates? There’s no growth without conflict! Romantic ideas often take over when you dream about a romantic partner. Do Contraceptive Pills Prevent Fertilization? Before you get married it is important to talk about whether you want to have children immediately or whether you will use contraception. All in! Some weeks ago I spent the evening playing poker with some friends. The mood was upbeat, and I tried my best to get the right balance between bluffing, playing... From One of the Silent Voices in the Debate About Homosexuality I’m going to assign myself the role of spokesman on behalf of a group of people who have been silent and invisible in this never-ending debate about... Things for Singles to Remember Here is a little list of things to remember, for the days when you feel your singleness is visible for all to see, and when you feel limited and a failure. This... How Do I Find That Special Person? How can you find someone who suits you, who is similar, who has the same attitudes and values, who is dreaming about a person like you, and who would value who... Real Love Causes Us to Act Real love takes time to build up. We have to choose to actively spend time getting to know the other person. Sixty Things to Talk About With Your Partner The time when you are dating is a great time to get to know each other better. We reveal more and more of who we are, what we like and what is important to us... The Need for Affirmation ‘Wow, you’re so good at that! I don’t think anyone else can play as well as you – you could become famous.’ The Last Two Weeks Before I Got Married Just now, right before I get married, I would like to talk about some things I wish someone had told me before I entered a relationship. A Short Boob Guide for Girls Small boobs, big boobs, squint boobs, hanging boobs, round boobs, pointy boobs … Help! I’ve Got My First Period! A little blood has appeared in your pants for the first time. You realise that your first period has started! Set Your Own Boundaries Have you decided where your boundaries are? Have you given some thought to who and what should be a part of your life, and have you thought about how far you... Marrying Someone Who Has Had Sex The thought of having sex before marriage was unthinkable for me. Sex has been, and is, something great, something important and exclusive that I wanted to... The Perfect Body It’s all over the internet, films show it, bloggers write about it, and everyone wants it … the perfect body. Finding a Sweetheart Most of us press ‘like’ on Facebook when our friends find a partner. Perhaps we’ve been waiting for these two people to get together for a long time. But... Are You in Love With the Right Person? Have you ever been infatuated with someone who wasn’t good for you? I have! In fact, several of them. She Told Me I Wasn’t a Whole Person I was sixteen years old and hadn’t yet had my first period. Even though I wasn’t that old, I was really worried. Before I Knew It I Was Married! Lots of questions cropped up when I met my first girlfriend at senior high school, although foremost in my mind were the excitement and the feelings of being... Value and Performance Do I need to perform to have value? The Invisible Reality of Sex When two people have sex, very strong emotions are created, and they become emotionally connected on a deep level. Many have experienced that it is hard to... Being a Foreigner in Your Own Culture My lifestyle and my attitudes are ridiculed in films, on the TV, in media and in daily conversation. As a Christian, I want to live my life as a disciple of... ‘How Can I Be a Homosexual If I’m a Christian?’ I must have been twelve or thirteen years old when I first thought about homosexuality. It was the middle of the night, and I lay in bed staring at the ceiling,... God Says ‘YES!’ to Sex Perhaps you have the impression that God is against sex. Maybe you think He is a joy killer who says ‘no’ to something in life that’s both good and exciting. Naturally nude? Nudity is one of society's big dilemmas. While advertising posters and online newspapers overflow with naked bodies, young Norwegians refuse to shower naked... Show more
Latest Popular Search Theme addictionage of consentalcoholasexualitybeliefsbiblebodyboundariescohabitationconsentcontraceptioncoupledateemotionserectionfaithfalling in lovefriendshipgenderhomosexualitylovemarriagemasturbationmental healthneedoral sexpodcastpornpregnancypubertyrelationshipself-imagesexsexual abusesexualitySexually transmitted diseasesingleSTDsuicidethe bible Tema Forhold Ekteskep Sex
How Can a Couple Know If They Are a Good Match? Most of us can be rather preoccupied with finding the right person to marry. But how can we find out if we are a good match? Below are a number of questions...
Am I Normal? When I was younger, sometimes I heard comments like ‘loser’ being whispered behind my back.
The Different Types of Feminine Hygiene Products Tampons, pantyliners and sanitary towels in different shapes, sizes and packages. Are you unsure about which feminine hygiene products to use during your...
Stuck in one place? I don't always know why life turns out the way it does, but I do know one thing: nothing is wasted to God.
What Do You HAVE? There’s a fascinating story in the Bible, about a poor widow who became rich. You can read it for yourself in 2 Kings 4:1–7.
A Story About Masturbation and Sexual Feelings When I became a teenager I started to have lots of sexual feelings that I hadn’t had before. I suppose I wasn’t all that different from lots of other boys in...
Marriage and Sex Part Two: What Does ‘Sexual Immorality’ Mean? The Bible uses two different expressions to describe sexual relations outside marriage: ‘adultery’ and ‘sexual immorality’. By ‘adultery’, the Bible means a...
Take care of your body Does God's Word have anything important to say about the body? It is not that we only have a body, but we are body. Therefore, we need to take good care of it.
Honour your father and mother? One of the 10 Commandments is about honouring your mother and father. Is this still a command to all Christians? How about kids that have had a really...
What Happens in a Man’s Body During Sex? Male and female genitals are very different, but they are created in such a way that they fit perfectly together.
How to Find the Right Partner Checklists, analyses, rollercoaster emotions, and devious plans are normal when you are looking for the right partner. Perhaps Ingebjørg’s five tips can help?
No one has a perfect sexuality Richard Alexander affirms the Bible’s teaching while at the same time having homosexual feelings. He is the author of this text.
Is It OK to Masturbate? Almost all guys and lots of girls have masturbated, and the Bible does not say anything about it directly.
The Right Person There’s a Norwegian fairy tale called ‘Askeladden’ (the ash lad), in which a seemingly insignificant boy wins both the princess and the kingdom, and they live...
Christian, Single and Proud Is the church functioning the way it should, if young people are afraid of being single for life? Pastor Sam Allberry doesn’t think so. ‘The blood of Jesus is...
Could It Be a Good Idea Not to Masturbate? What is masturbation, and is it OK to masturbate? These are very good questions which a lot of people think about.
Why Shouldn’t You Have Sex Before You’re Married? Marriage has been the boundary line God has put around human sex life for all of Christian history. However, it can be hard to be motivated to put this value...
Three Lies Porn Tells You Three years into our marriage, my wife, Trisha, woke up in the middle of the night and realized I wasn’t in bed. She walked out into the living room and as soon...
Fear of failing - I learned what it could be like when you place too much of your self-esteem on achievements
Freedom From Porn Gjermund Øystese experienced God calling him out of addiction to pornography and into a life of grace.
Sex: Worth Waiting for You can call me old-fashioned, but when I got married last June, I was a virgin. And yes, it was worth it.
Reflected in God If I ever wonder what I look like, or if I’ve forgotten, then I go and get a mirror. In the same way, if I want to find out who I am, I need someone or...
Choosing Just One Person for the Rest of Your Life Do you dream of getting married? Lots of people do, and with good reason!
Eight Tips for Choosing a Partner A lot of singles want to find someone they can share their lives with. Is it as simple as some think? Not always. When it comes to choosing a partner there are...
What is the Period? Having a period (menstruation) is part of being a woman; in order to get pregnant you have to have started to menstruate. Even though very few girls think of...
Ten Good Bible Verses in Times of Crisis There have been many challenging things happening in the world lately. And it might feel as if new incidents keep popping up and escalating around you. How to...
Never Good Enough ‘I just have to get a little thinner, and a little more tanned, and a little prettier. Then life will be good.’ Don’t believe it!
Self-Image What do you see when you look at yourself in the mirror? Are you proud of what you see, or not? I know how easy it is to get hung up on things I don’t like...
God has a plan for your life, including your love life Wait passively or date every day? God gives you the opportunities, but you have to take them.
Creative Couples Can sweethearts do anything together apart from kissing and cuddling? Hilde and Vegard have some good suggestions for leisure activities.
What About Contraception? God created sex, not just so that we would enjoy marriage, but also so we could have children. Children are a gift and not an accident. If you couldn’t imagine...
Some Questions and Answers About Homosexuality Olof Edsinger recently participated in a one-day conference organised in Oslo. He talked about homosexuality both as a theological and a communicative...
Is Sex a Human Right? Most people long to find someone to share their lives with, and then start a family with.
Being a good friend As we are made in God's image, we have a need for love and fellowship. That is why good, close, healthy and strong friendships are essential to us.
Infinite Love The last time I went with my parents to church was when I was fourteen. I got bored, I didn’t understand what the pastor was talking about, and there was no one...
About Sexual Feelings Are sexual feelings sin? Is it OK that I have such a strong desire to sleep with my boyfriend or girlfriend? How can I relate to these feelings? In this article...
Is it my looks that give me value? Have you ever thought about these questions: Who am I? What makes me valuable?
Marriage and Sex Part One: What Does the Bible Say? Some people think that the Bible is against sex. They are wrong, in fact it’s clear from from the first page of the Bible that God is for love and sex between a...
Christian and Sexual I’m a sexual human being. That’s a statement that often causes people to raise their eyebrows.
Born in the wrong body? «Are you born in the wrong body?» You may have heard someone ask that question. On TV or perhaps on YouTube, at least. Some children and young people say they...
Is it only men who struggle with porn? I met ‘Ellen’, a woman in her 20's. She’s just one of many women who struggle with porn, but one of few who dare to talk about it.
Love Is in the Air When spring arrives, and the birds start to sing, you sense that summer is just around the corner. Love is in the air – spring’s here, and with it dreams of a...
Pornography, money and pills 150 years ago, dance, alchohol and gambling (poker), were things preachers called on people to repent of. For good reason: they saw so many lives and families...
Is Sex a Basic Need? Most people long to find someone to share their life with. It’s also natural to want to become one sexually with that person and start a family together.
What Happens in a Woman’s Body During Sex? Male and female genitals are very different, but there are also many similarities.
Where Are the Boundaries? We’ve often dreamt of going on holiday in the sun together. We’ve even booked the tickets, but then cancelled them.
Wait for Me! ‘Do you think there’s someone out there who hasn’t slept with anyone yet? Do you think there’s anyone out there for me? I really want to be the first one, the...
What Happens When Boys Reach Puberty? In the space of a few years the human body develops and matures from childhood to adulthood; this is called ‘puberty’.
Living in purity in an over-sexualised culture Media is flooded with images of half-naked models, and porn is a clickbait away. Sex scenes have become normal in films and tv-series.
Girl Friends – BFF Good girl friends are just the best! It’s so good to have someone to meet at school, and someone to walk with, so you don’t need to go into the canteen alone.
More and More Cyber-Bullying ‘Some classmates tricked the girl into sending photos of herself almost naked, and sent them round the classroom,’ says Øyvind Barlaup.
To Love Is to Be Vulnerable The fear of rejection is something we can all identify with: fear of not being good enough or fear of not being accepted or valued for who you are, with your...
Flirting With the Girls The Bible has something to teach us about how we should behave towards girls. I don’t want to be the person who hurts someone unnecessarily.
Ten Good Reasons to Wait With Sex Is sex still worth waiting for? Sixty-one per cent of youths who participated in an American survey said ‘Yes’ it is.
Porn-Free In the first part of my story about addiction to pornography, I said that I was addicted to porn for years. In this part I want to explain what I did to get out...
Switching Fields The former Chelsea player Gavin Peacock writes about his transition from professional footballer to Christian ministry.
What Happens When Girls Reach Puberty? In the space of a few years the human body develops and matures from childhood to adulthood; this is called ‘puberty’.
The Battle for Purity How is it possible to live in purity both in thoughts and actions when your body trembles with a longing for sex? These feelings aren’t wrong, after all it is...
The Covenant That Shows Who God Is Marriage is important for God. Before there were any other institutions, before any nations emerged, and long before the church existed, God created marriage.
Sorry God! I don't have time! There are times when it's easy to find time for God; easy to sit down with the Bible; easy to close the bedroom door and turn your heart to Jesus. At other...
My Worth We’re at a youth group teaching at the church, it’s Monday and the whole group is having teaching together. Our youth leader Rita is to have the devotional...
Soulmates? There’s no growth without conflict! Romantic ideas often take over when you dream about a romantic partner.
Do Contraceptive Pills Prevent Fertilization? Before you get married it is important to talk about whether you want to have children immediately or whether you will use contraception.
All in! Some weeks ago I spent the evening playing poker with some friends. The mood was upbeat, and I tried my best to get the right balance between bluffing, playing...
From One of the Silent Voices in the Debate About Homosexuality I’m going to assign myself the role of spokesman on behalf of a group of people who have been silent and invisible in this never-ending debate about...
Things for Singles to Remember Here is a little list of things to remember, for the days when you feel your singleness is visible for all to see, and when you feel limited and a failure. This...
How Do I Find That Special Person? How can you find someone who suits you, who is similar, who has the same attitudes and values, who is dreaming about a person like you, and who would value who...
Real Love Causes Us to Act Real love takes time to build up. We have to choose to actively spend time getting to know the other person.
Sixty Things to Talk About With Your Partner The time when you are dating is a great time to get to know each other better. We reveal more and more of who we are, what we like and what is important to us...
The Need for Affirmation ‘Wow, you’re so good at that! I don’t think anyone else can play as well as you – you could become famous.’
The Last Two Weeks Before I Got Married Just now, right before I get married, I would like to talk about some things I wish someone had told me before I entered a relationship.
A Short Boob Guide for Girls Small boobs, big boobs, squint boobs, hanging boobs, round boobs, pointy boobs …
Help! I’ve Got My First Period! A little blood has appeared in your pants for the first time. You realise that your first period has started!
Set Your Own Boundaries Have you decided where your boundaries are? Have you given some thought to who and what should be a part of your life, and have you thought about how far you...
Marrying Someone Who Has Had Sex The thought of having sex before marriage was unthinkable for me. Sex has been, and is, something great, something important and exclusive that I wanted to...
The Perfect Body It’s all over the internet, films show it, bloggers write about it, and everyone wants it … the perfect body.
Finding a Sweetheart Most of us press ‘like’ on Facebook when our friends find a partner. Perhaps we’ve been waiting for these two people to get together for a long time. But...
Are You in Love With the Right Person? Have you ever been infatuated with someone who wasn’t good for you? I have! In fact, several of them.
She Told Me I Wasn’t a Whole Person I was sixteen years old and hadn’t yet had my first period. Even though I wasn’t that old, I was really worried.
Before I Knew It I Was Married! Lots of questions cropped up when I met my first girlfriend at senior high school, although foremost in my mind were the excitement and the feelings of being...
The Invisible Reality of Sex When two people have sex, very strong emotions are created, and they become emotionally connected on a deep level. Many have experienced that it is hard to...
Being a Foreigner in Your Own Culture My lifestyle and my attitudes are ridiculed in films, on the TV, in media and in daily conversation. As a Christian, I want to live my life as a disciple of...
‘How Can I Be a Homosexual If I’m a Christian?’ I must have been twelve or thirteen years old when I first thought about homosexuality. It was the middle of the night, and I lay in bed staring at the ceiling,...
God Says ‘YES!’ to Sex Perhaps you have the impression that God is against sex. Maybe you think He is a joy killer who says ‘no’ to something in life that’s both good and exciting.
Naturally nude? Nudity is one of society's big dilemmas. While advertising posters and online newspapers overflow with naked bodies, young Norwegians refuse to shower naked...