The Forgotten Meaning of Sexuality in Marriage

About this sermon

What is the Orthodox view of sexuality, chastity, and marriage? Why does the Church pray for chastity in the wedding service? Many assume that chastity ends when marriage begins—but the Orthodox tradition teaches otherwise. In this video, you'll discover why chastity is essential not only before but within marriage, how sexuality is set in its proper, God-given context within marriage, and why the Church calls us to purity in every stage of life—single, married, widowed, or monastic. Watch the full interview: "Overcoming Lust, Doubt & Despair: A Message to Young Christians" here: https://youtu.be/m7hF4S2GYrg For further reading on this subject, read "Exomologetarion: A Manual of Confession" by St. Nikodemos the Hagiorite here: https://uncutmountainpress.com/products/exomologetarion-a-manual-of-confession You can also find more of Fr. Josiah Trenham's work here: https://www.youtube.com/@PatristicNectarFilms Chapters: 00:00 – Chastity Within Marriage 00:48 – Sexuality Within the Marriage Bed 01:47 – The Power and Purpose of Sexuality 03:08 – Forms of Chastity in Christian Life 04:03 – Why the Church Must Speak on Sexuality 05:38 – Pornography, Adultery, and Healing Our mission is to present and support the Orthodox Christian Way, Truth, and Life, which is Christ Himself — guiding souls to communion in His Body, faithful to the teachings of the Holy Fathers. 👉 Become a YouTube Member for exclusive livestreams and videos, Q&A’s, book discounts, and more: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChozbOPP6uOJ2UkiTZy-sgQ/join 🎥 New to Orthodoxy? Start here with our "Orthodoxy 101" playlist https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCFiE3qfVkDisaFlaa38cO_iTvnpsUnhc 📚 Explore our full collection of Orthodox Christian books: https://www.uncutmountainpress.com 📝 Read our blog for weekly insights on Orthodox faith and tradition: https://www.orthodoxethos.com/blog ✉️ Questions? Contact us at: team@orthodoxethos.com #OrthodoxMarriage #Chastity #Sexuality #OrthodoxFaith #ChristianMarriage

Topics

• Marriage