Oral sex in Christianity?

Question

Do Christians think oral sex is a sin?
Also is it okay to have sex, with your spouse of course, just for fun? Does it always have to be procreation or making love? Can't it be just for pure pleasure sometimes?
Thanx.

Answer 1

A Christian couple can do whatever they want with each other as long as both are consenting. The idea that sex is for procreation only is not even in the Bible.

Answer 2

Many Christians do see it as a sinful act but not all. Don't worry many other devoutly religious non-Christians also see oral sex the same way.

It's one of those weird cultural quirks because every society has tried to put boundaries on sex and what is or isn't at least decadent behavior. There are a few Christian theologians that have no problem with sex for pleasure or doing things other than the classic missionary position, as long as it in the boundaries of happy marriage. Most of these people are out of favor today but in another 10 years that could turn around and their books will be best sellers.

I can't speak for God but I think any sex among consenting loving adults is okay. Then again maybe it's not -but God is in the business of forgiving and if the worse thing you do is have a good time and make your partner happy then it seems like a small sin to me.

Answer 3

I am a born-again Christian. Any type of sex is okay inside of marriage. The Bible commands us to not deny each other of sex except for a time and mutual consent (1 Corinthians 7:5). So, you should know when not to have sex if you want to avoid having children.

Sex is meant for procreation, but it is certainly pleasurable. God knows that sex keeps the marriage together because of the emotions it entails. It is meant to be pleasurable. It is a man and woman becoming one in flesh, which symbolizes marriage. Most of the time, sex is strictly for pleasure. It's not often that couples have sex for procreation. I'm sure a parent's children would like to think they only had sex a few times in their life when creating them. Fortunately, we can have sex as often as desired by both couples, and of course, for pleasure.

Sex should be fun. Sex almost always is outside of the idea of procreation, though that can be a wonderful result. Really, it should always be for pleasure, and there will be times that you'll not to abstain to avoid having children so that when you and God have decided not to have any more, you can avoid conception.

Bottom line, oral sex is just another way to express your love for your spouse. At the same time, keeping sex inside of marriage is way to glorify God. Every time a Christian couple has sex, it is way to thank God for the beauty and sanctity of the relationship. Sex is intended for Christian couples, so there's no reason to deny it (except for times). It is pleasurable, so enjoy it!

Answer 4

Oral sex is considered a sexual act, so yes, it's considered a sin if done before marriage. I don't believe it is, but that's just a religious belief.
I don't know about the belief of Christians when it comes to sex for fun when your married. I think taking pleasure in eachother's bodies is one of the best things of being in love and married. To me making love is for pure pleasure and it's a fantastic pleasure that as a married couple you should revel in.

Answer 5

I'm sure there are some Christians who think anything other than the "normal" missionary position, but most Christians would NOT think oral sex is a sin. And (I think) virtually all reasonable (and most unreasonable) Christians believe that sex-for-just-fun is definitely NOT sin, as long as it is with your spouse.

Answer 6

In my opinion, oral sex is not a sin. I don't believe the Bible speaks out against that.

I believe God mad sex to be fun as well as for the purpose of pro-creating. So, yes, sex can be had with your spouse just for fun or pure pleasure.

Answer 7

The bible refers to this act as sodimy and yes it would be considered a sin. I am sure most modern versions of Christianity would not consider having relations with your spouse as being sinful, but the bible teaches us that even over eating can be considered a sin. So obsessing about sex even with ones spouse can be bad. I don’t believe sex is just for procreation but it can be a healthy expression of love and that’s a good thing. When we take it overboard and demean our partner or take things for granted then it can be a bad thing.

Answer 8

This shouldn't be a huge dilemma for you.

You are allowing the "judgment" or people in the church or the "judgment" of the church itself to decide whether or not you should like oral sex and have sex with your spouse??

First off, it is not anyone's business what you do in the privacy of your bedroom. That is one of the beautiful things that God gave us, sexuality to be explored. There is nothing more personal and beautiful than exploring that sexuality with someone you trust and love.

You should not feel judgment and condemnation from others for having the desire to have sex with your wife. If you do, you need to find a new church, because Jesus didn't judge.

Answer 9

Of course it can just be for fun, and it SHOULD be. Some are still stuck in the prudish notions of the Catholic monks and Victorian society, but most of us Evangelicals believe that the marriage bed is undefiled- meaning anything consensual goes in marriage as long as it doesn't involve other people.

As to oral sex, most people believe that the Bible is silent on the subject, but it isn't. The Song of Solomon is a raunchy, almost pornographic look at sexual freedom within marriage, if you know how to read the metaphors. The penis is likened to a spring shooting forth, and the vagina is likened to a well, a garden, a vinyard... many food illustrations. At one point, the man described visiting her garden and tasting of her fruits. Oral sex in the Bible.

Also, the two weren't trying to conceive. They were just reveling in passion. Scripture openly says, "Let her breasts satisfy you."

Prudish culture tried to say that "Song of Solomon is a metaphor for how Christ loves the church so passionately" but any critical literary analysis of the book proves that to simply not be true.

Answer 10

When it comes to this subject, in marriage, it is all okay except for sodomy. It would not have been made pleasurable if it was only for procreation. We'd be like animals and only be able to do it "in season." It is the gift God gave to men and their wives and should be enjoyed only in that context. Outside marriage it is called fornication and is a sin no matter WHAT the relationship. If you aren't married, it's sin. PERIOD.

Answer 11

The bible teaches that sex is a gift for married couples. Having it just for fun (with your spouse) is fine. Oral sex is a very taboo subject. Again, if your with your spouse, I don't see it as a sin. But I'm sure you'll get many different answers.