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Title: A Celebration of Sex: A Guide to Enjoying God's Gift of Sexual Intimacy by Douglas E. Rosenau ISBN: 0-7852-6467-1 Publisher: Thomas Nelson Pub. Date: 05 November, 2002 Format: Paperback Volumes: 1 List Price(USD): $17.99 |
Average Customer Rating: 5 (8 reviews)
Rating: 5
Summary: This book helped transform my marriage!
Comment: Before I found this wonderful book, I was skeptical that I would ever find a Christian sex book that I would truly appreciate. Let's face it: there are a lot of Christian sex books that put forth unrealistic opinions as biblical fact: masturbation is inherently evil, fantasy of any kind is incapable of being productive, oral sex is unnatural, and that basically any sexual satisfaction outside of intercourse is shameful and wrong.
Dr. Rosenau challenges these stereotypically "Christian" pleasure-phobic attitudes. As he writes, "I am determined that Christians reclaim God's wonderful gift of sexuality." His book is indeed a "celebration of sex." Our sexualities are a gift from God for us to enjoy and celebrate, not to deny and be ashamed of. And as long as we follow God's biblical guidelines for sexual intimacy, our marriages will be tremendously rewarded.
Naturally, the book explains the science of arousal, the menstrual cycle, birth control and so forth. It also goes into detail about enhancing intimacy by breaking down barriers of inhibitions and encourages couples to be playful and to be open to new experiences, and how sexual fantasy about one's spouse can be used to promote intimacy. He even says it is okay to be selfish at times, and how it does not contradict obedience. Entire chapters are devoted each to sexual communication, sensuous massage, mutual pleasuring, and what "making love" means to males and females.
Dr. Rosenau also covers overcoming barriers of sexual hangups. He covers the seldom heard-of topic of vaginismus, for which I am eternally grateful for. My wife and I were both virgins when we were married, and we learned the value of abstinence in a way I would not wish on anyone. Before our wedding, my wife had a rough examination from a gynecologist. She was hurt, and as a result her subconscious associated vaginal penetration with pain. Vaginismus is when psychological stress causes the muscles around the vagina to lock so tightly that it prevents penetration. At first we couldn't understand what was wrong with us, until I did some research on the net and learned that this problem had a name, and that we weren't alone. However, the only book I found on vaginismus on Amazon was out of print and unavailable. I considered her visiting a psychologist, but we just couldn't afford that. And since at the time my wife's English was not as good as it now is, the thought of finding a Christian sex psychologist in her home country was daunting. Thank God I found this book! An entire chapter covers women and painful intercourse, and through our commitment of marriage, we were comfortable and patient in overcoming this problem. We followed the steps of desensitizing and overcoming the instinctive reaction of tightening muscles. The only thing I would suggest in addition to his final steps in this is that instead of using the penis, use a cheap "personal massager" available at any Spencer gift shop to reduce stress on both partners.
So in the end, Dr. Rosenau's book was a Godsend to our marriage. Mutual masturbation was our only source of sexual intimacy for most of our first year of marriage. And while other Christian sex authors may frown upon this, Dr. Rosenau even devotes an entire chapter to this. Before our first year anniversary, we were able to experience intercourse normally and our marriage has only gotten better.
There are only a few things I disagreed with this book, such as his suggestion of petroleum jelly as a lubricant, since it is known to cause infections. Also, it is my understanding that no spermicides should ever be recommended for use, since its active ingredient, nonoxynol-9 was introduced in the United States as a floor cleaner! But in all, this book helped transform my marriage tremendously and I wholeheartedly recommend this book. It is an excellent read no matter how long you've been married, and especially for those not yet married.
Rating: 5
Summary: Dr. Rosenau's work is an outstanding accomplishment
Comment: At the age of 49, this is the first book I have ever read about sex and one I would buy for my daughter and son in law. I can't imagine a more open and uninhibited discussion of what is the ultimate form of communication between a husband and wife. Dr. Rosenau has removed the plain brown wrapper on this all important subject. In a day when so many marriages end tragically, I can't help but think this fine work could not help reduce the numbers. ...
Rating: 5
Summary: Highly Recommended
Comment: Absolutely the best book I have read on this subject! Couldn't recommend it more! This is my favorite bridal shower gift, as it is a helpful tool for getting started learning about the sexual relationship and is a great resource for years into exploring the gift of sex in marriage. Doesn't hide anything, comes complete with illustrations and celebrates a proper respect for the body and sexual intimacy.
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Title: Intended for Pleasure: Sex Technique and Sexual Fulfillment in Christian Marriage, Third Edition by Ed Wheat, Gaye Wheat ISBN: 0800717368 Publisher: Fleming H Revell Co Pub. Date: April, 1997 List Price(USD): $18.99 |
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Title: The Gift of Sex: A Guide to Sexual Fulfillment by Clifford Penner, Joyce Penner ISBN: 0849928931 Publisher: Word Publishing Pub. Date: 15 June, 1981 List Price(USD): $12.99 |
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Title: 52 Ways To Have Fun, Fantastic Sex - A Guidebook For Married Couples by Joyce J. Penner, Clifford L. Penner ISBN: 0840734840 Publisher: Thomas Nelson Pub. Date: 15 December, 1993 List Price(USD): $7.99 |
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Title: Intimate Issues : 21 Questions Christian Women Ask About Sex by Linda Dillow ISBN: 1578561493 Publisher: WaterBrook Press Pub. Date: 06 April, 1999 List Price(USD): $18.99 |
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Title: A Celebration Of Sex For Newlyweds by Douglas E., Dr. Rosenau ISBN: 0785265236 Publisher: Thomas Nelson Pub. Date: 14 May, 2002 List Price(USD): $13.99 |
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