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Acclaim

Peter Kreeft, Boston College

Clear, compassionate, uncompromisingly Christian, and straight from (and to) the heart. . . . Pretty close, I think, to what Jesus would say if he were to write a book about sex today – and probably as socially acceptable as he was.

Joan Brown Campbell

A cogent, well-reasoned approach to today’s troubling questions. Some may disagree with this or that conclusion, but all will acknowledge Arnold’s sincerity and his contribution to these debates.

William H. Willimon, Duke Divinity School

Arnold writes simply, eloquently, and faithfully. His Sex, God, and Marriage is a relentless, biblical call for renewed ­Christian commitment. Advocates of accommodated, acculturated Christianity will find little comfort in these pages; struggling disciples, however, will be much encouraged.

William A. Dyrness, Fuller Theological Seminary

Striking for its clear and penetrating presentation of simple (and yet immensely profound) biblical truths about human sexuality. I wish everyone could read this call to cut through the complications of modern life by a holy and Christ-like life.

Molly Kelly, author, Saved Sex

I strongly recommend this book. . . . A wonderful resource for the promotion of chastity, health, and holiness.

Paul C. Vitz, New York University

To advocate an ideal of sexual purity is perhaps the last American taboo. . . . This book provides a wise spiritual guide on how, and why, to lead such a life.

Richard John Neuhaus, First Things

Human sexuality is here drawn fully into the life of discipleship. The result is both demanding and exhilarating, which is what disciples of Jesus should expect.

Bob Fryling, InterVarsity Christian Fellowship

Does a wonderful job of putting sex into the larger contexts of creation, the church, and marriage. Not everyone will agree with all of Arnold’s conclusions, but every mature believer will benefit from the convictions reflected in this book.

Paul Brand, M.D., author, Pain: The Gift Nobody Wants

A clear message for those who have seen the so-called freedom of sexual pleasure become a source of loneliness or pain. . . . This book will help young people to hold on to purity.

Charles E. Blake, Presiding Bishop, Church of God in Christ

Arnold’s bold statement on the meaning of marriage clarifies for the sometimes confused church a concept central to Christian teaching. In so doing Arnold provides help and guidance that extends beyond the church to the world at large and provides a rich resource for working with young people. We thank God for his life, witness, and work.

Alice von Hildebrand, Hunter College

Arnold’s beautiful presentation of the great virtue of purity should be in the hands of every educator and every teenager. It is a message that is desperately needed today, and I cannot recommend it strongly enough.

J. I. Packer, author, Knowing God

A clear vision of God’s ideal for marriage and family. Simple and short, but deep, this is one of the best books available to help us handle our sexuality in a way that honors God.

Francis Cardinal Arinze

Clear, incisive, and uplifting . . . this book should be very helpful in living the virtue of chastity, which is God’s will for all men and women.