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Holy Eroticism in Art

The ideas of God-based art portraying holy eroticism and the need for its beauty are…

Dr. Corey CarlisleNovember 7, 2014

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Pornography and the Mutually Consenting Couple

Editor's Notes: Originally posted on Enhancing the Dance. See followup comments here. I’m (Dr. Jessica McCleese)…

Dr. Corey CarlisleNovember 5, 2014

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Questioning Masturbation

Much debate has surrounded the topic of masturbation in Christian circles. Often the debate asks…

Dr. Corey CarlisleMay 29, 2014

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Self-Transcendent Masturbation

Many assume that the solitude act of masturbation is inherently selfish and self-centered. However, it is…

Dr. Corey CarlisleJanuary 19, 2014

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Meaning Making and Masturbation

What meaning do we give masturbation? When our purpose is simply reducing sexual tension and…

Dr. Corey CarlisleJanuary 13, 2014

Masturbation as Prayer? Snippets

Masturbation as Prayer?

Anything we do with our bodies is a form of prayer when our central intent…

Dr. Corey CarlisleOctober 30, 2013

When Does Masturbation Become Sinful? Snippets

When Does Masturbation Become Sinful?

Masturbation becomes sinful when it impairs or fails to enhance the union of love between…

Dr. Corey CarlisleJanuary 17, 2013

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What Does Masturbation Mean to You?

For some masturbation is a means of escape, a way to numb the ache of…

Dr. Corey CarlisleJanuary 7, 2013

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Theology of Pleasure & Masturbation

Many Christians have moved away from seeing procreation as the only legitimate purpose for sexual expression.…

Dr. Corey CarlisleDecember 12, 2012

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Celebrating Life and Masturbation

Christ came that we might have life, and life to the full. While procreation certainly…

Dr. Corey CarlisleDecember 10, 2012

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Sanctify Your Bedroom

You know that feeling of walking into a cathedral, standing at a monument, or entering…

Dr. Corey CarlisleDecember 5, 2012

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What Is Intimacy in Marriage?

Deep in the heart of every person is the desire to know and be known.…

Dr. Corey CarlisleMarch 13, 2012

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3-D Masturbation

We must bring the three-dimensionality of our being to the topic of masturbation as well.…

Dr. Corey CarlisleOctober 30, 2011

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Porn and the Hairy Wild Man

Does porn serve as a poor attempt to access the wild, hairy side of our…

Dr. Corey CarlisleJuly 14, 2011

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Musings on God and the Vagina

In the middle of the night, an image came to me of God and a…

Dr. Corey CarlisleJuly 2, 2011