Such a thing as Christian Erotic Fiction?

[straightahead]

I'd like the opinions of some Christians on this issue. I've been married six years to a great guy, but for the last few years have had problems getting aroused in bed. I have the desire to have sex, but no matter what my husband tries to do, it is rare that I become aroused.

A few times, before we were married, I had read erotic fiction and was really turned on by it. However, I felt that it was not something Christians should read and didn't seek it out anymore. While talking to my husband about my arousal problems, he said "If reading that stuff turns you on, just do it if it will enhance our sex life." I tried reading some, but it was too hard to enjoy because the sexual encounters that happens in those stories are always sinful-- usually between people who just met, or co-workers who are cheating on spouses... stuff like that is more depressing than arousing, you know?

I tried searching the web for Christian Erotic Fiction, meaning sexual stories about married people. Didn't find anything, but I've been tempted to write some myself, as I am a fairly skilled writer with a great imagination. My question is, do you think this would be sinful? I don't think it would be sinful for Christians to use a vibrator or other "toys" in bed if both partners were comfortable with it and it enhanced their sex lives. Could fiction like this be viewed as another sexual aid, or is there some angle I'm missing?

I anticipate someone saying that pornography would not be Godly if it were married persons having sex, and I'd agree-- because they are real people and their union is sacred and private. But fictional situations that celebrate the wonderful gift of sex between husband and wife-- what do you think? Opinions would be appreciated!

And yes, I'm going to try to help my own sex life in ways other than fiction and fantasy-- going to try maybe Barnes and Noble for a good book on how to rev up your arousal or romantic techniques to try.

 

[Lycana]

I don't think it would be good to write Erotic fiction- even about married people because they people who will read it probably won't be married and they'll be reading it for the wrong reasons. I just don't think it's a good idea. I think you should pray about your sex life and ask God to reveal an answer for you. Or perhaps talk to your pastor about it.

 

[Direwolf]

I am not married, and I, like you, get turned on by erotic fantasies. My vice is not gambling, too much alcohol, drugs, etc. etc. Those issues are a problem for some Christians. Trust me, I have a Christian friend who has an issue with Gambling. Good thing he lives in Denver, not Vegas. God never promised that we would be perfect by ourselves. But, all we can do is get out of the way from ourselves, and pray about it. And, let God tell us what He knows is right about it.

 

[Gelert]

I don't think it would be good to write Erotic fiction- even about married people because they people who will read it probably won't be married and they'll be reading it for the wrong reasons. I just don't think it's a good idea. I think you should pray about your sex life and ask God to reveal an answer for you. Or perhaps talk to your pastor about it.

I, personally, don't think it would be wrong. I can see where you are coming from Lycana, but I think that, to begin, if other people did read it and they are reading it for the wrong reasons, wouldn't that be THEIR sin, not the sin of straighahead.

Also, I don't believe I read that she said she was going to do anything with them. I suppose it would be ok if she wrote them and just kept them for her and her husband. For just the two of them to read.

But, as always, pray about it. If you are doing something which He does not want you to do, you will KNOW about it, lol. Good luck. God bless. J

 

[Lubiana]

Well, if she kept them just for herself and her husband, then I guess it wouldn't be so bad.

 

[WhimsicalGypsy]

This is just my opinion, but shouldn't we draw a line between physically commiting a sin or reading about it? Being an avid Stephen King fan, God only knows all the sins I would rack up just by reading his books!

As a writer, I shudder to think of reading anything as a sin. So long as you know not to act on what you read and can tell fiction from reality, I don't see ANY type of reading as sinful. After all, the Pope told us the Harry Potter books were fine to read if we knew they were fiction, and since the Bible says witchcraft is a sin, I think that would go for all sorts of sins in written form.

Of course, your mileage may vary.

 

[MissDay7000]

I'm going to have to advise against this, simply because it's too risky to getting yourself attracted or addicted to "non Christian erotic books".(if there is such a thing as Christian one). The spirit of perversion is incredibly strong, you wouldn't even realize that you were being taken in until you were in deep it's power is so strong. I know it gets difficult sometimes, but i really believe that God wants us to shy away from such things and maintain clean, pure thoughts. To deal with your issue: i think it may be a good idea for you and your husband to pray over your marriage bed together before you....well, you know. Ask God to bless it, bless the two of you and keep the bed holy and pure. God Bless!

MissDay

 

[James Town]

I'd like the opinions of some Christians on this issue. I've been married six years to a great guy, but for the last few years have had problems getting aroused in bed. I have the desire to have sex, but no matter what my husband tries to do, it is rare that I become aroused.

A few times, before we were married, I had read erotic fiction and was really turned on by it. However, I felt that it was not something Christians should read and didn't seek it out anymore. While talking to my husband about my arousal problems, he said "If reading that stuff turns you on, just do it if it will enhance our sex life." I tried reading some, but it was too hard to enjoy because the sexual encounters that happens in those stories are always sinful-- usually between people who just met, or co-workers who are cheating on spouses... stuff like that is more depressing than arousing, you know?

I tried searching the web for Christian Erotic Fiction, meaning sexual stories about married people. Didn't find anything, but I've been tempted to write some myself, as I am a fairly skilled writer with a great imagination. My question is, do you think this would be sinful? I don't think it would be sinful for Christians to use a vibrator or other "toys" in bed if both partners were comfortable with it and it enhanced their sex lives. Could fiction like this be viewed as another sexual aid, or is there some angle I'm missing?

I anticipate someone saying that pornography would not be Godly if it were married persons having sex, and I'd agree-- because they are real people and their union is sacred and private. But fictional situations that celebrate the wonderful gift of sex between husband and wife-- what do you think? Opinions would be appreciated!

And yes, I'm going to try to help my own sex life in ways other than fiction and fantasy-- going to try maybe Barnes and Noble for a good book on how to rev up your arousal or romantic techniques to try.

 

[James Town]

God made male and female to enjoy and please each other.
Sexual enjoyment and mutual climax is the experience I believe is the result of "the two becoming one flesh" as in Gen:2:24 and 1 Cor. 6:16.
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Thanks

 

[EdyChristian28]

song of songs?

 

[Bluerose31]

I'd like the opinions of some Christians on this issue. I've been married six years to a great guy, but for the last few years have had problems getting aroused in bed. I have the desire to have sex, but no matter what my husband tries to do, it is rare that I become aroused.

A few times, before we were married, I had read erotic fiction and was really turned on by it. However, I felt that it was not something Christians should read and didn't seek it out anymore. While talking to my husband about my arousal problems, he said "If reading that stuff turns you on, just do it if it will enhance our sex life." I tried reading some, but it was too hard to enjoy because the sexual encounters that happens in those stories are always sinful-- usually between people who just met, or co-workers who are cheating on spouses... stuff like that is more depressing than arousing, you know?

I tried searching the web for Christian Erotic Fiction, meaning sexual stories about married people. Didn't find anything, but I've been tempted to write some myself, as I am a fairly skilled writer with a great imagination. My question is, do you think this would be sinful? I don't think it would be sinful for Christians to use a vibrator or other "toys" in bed if both partners were comfortable with it and it enhanced their sex lives. Could fiction like this be viewed as another sexual aid, or is there some angle I'm missing?

I anticipate someone saying that pornography would not be Godly if it were married persons having sex, and I'd agree-- because they are real people and their union is sacred and private. But fictional situations that celebrate the wonderful gift of sex between husband and wife-- what do you think? Opinions would be appreciated!

And yes, I'm going to try to help my own sex life in ways other than fiction and fantasy-- going to try maybe Barnes and Noble for a good book on how to rev up your arousal or romantic techniques to try.

Perhaps you could write Christian romance. I like to write Christian romance. There can be clean love scenes in it and you can explore what you like romantically. It can be used to inspire you.

 

[EdyChristian28]

short answer no.

unless you were fantasizing about your own husband.