Something better
 The
most loving thing you can do is to save sex for marriage. This is
the only way that will satisfy your heart's deep desire for real,
authentic love.
Saving sex for marriage is a better way of living because it respects the true meaning of sexuality and leads you to experience real love. This is the way of chastity.
What's chastity?
Chastity is an attitude of the heart and a way of living that respects sexuality. It is what leads us to real love and happiness. Living the way of chastity purifies our heart so we see other people rightly and experience the joy of love in all its fullness.
Some people think that chastity and saving the gift of sex for marriage is all about what you're not getting. But in actual fact, it's the opposite. Embracing chastity not only sets us up for a loving and faithful marriage in the future, it also brings many benefits into our lives right now.
Respect
Firstly, there is the peace and joy that comes from respect. Being in a relationship and saving sex for marriage shows that you respect the other person for who they are, not just their body. It shows you recognise and appreciate the unrepeatable beauty of the whole person.
You'll come to know the complete person and you won't be blinded by sexual attraction alone. There is a peace and joy that comes from this kind of respect for each other, as you know the other is looking out for your best interests and there is no fear of being taken advantage of.
Integrity
Secondly, there is the opportunity to demonstrate your own integrity and strength in character. Saving sex for marriage is an attractive quality because it shows that you have self-control and you have morals that you stand by. It shows the other person that they can trust you, that you have perseverance and that you can support them through tough times.
If you are looking for someone to marry who has integrity, you need to have integrity too as they will be looking for this quality in you! When you're looking for the person you want to marry, you're looking for someone you can trust. A person that is a slave to their own passions and doesn't have self-control will not be an attractive potential marriage partner.
Freedom from worries
Thirdly, saving sex for marriage gives you freedom from unnecessary worries. That's because you know you don't need to be concerned about things like unplanned pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections. You also don't have to deal with the emotional trauma that comes from severing the bond in the break-up of a sexual relationship. Chastity and saving sex for marriage bring peace of mind when it comes to these issues.
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