The Truth About Sex: What the World Won't Tell You and God Wants You to Know

by Kay Arthur, Hayley DiMarco

What’s the Big Deal About Sex?

Birds do it. Bees do it. And when you turn on the television, log on to the Internet, or watch a movie, you can’t help but notice that everyone else seems to be doing it too. Our culture has embraced the message that sex is just a basic bodily function, as irresistible and harmless as satisfying your hunger and thirst. But is it? Or have we bought into a lie that is rapidly corroding our souls and our society?  

When it comes to sexuality, you can’t ignore the Manufacturer’s directions and escape unharmed. That’s why everyone–teen or adult, single or married–needs to know The Truth About Sex.  

This compelling, interactive study provides an antidote to the world’s subtle yet insidiously dangerous lies. You’ll learn…
·why God created sex in the first place
·what happens when you don’t follow His design
·why virginity matters
·what consequences follow sex outside of marriage
·how to find healing if you’ve been harmed because you or someone else violated God’s instructions
 
With this knowledge comes the power to stand firm, resisting the pull of temptation. Whatever your past–whether you’ve remained sexually pure or endured the pain of misusing God’s precious gift–you’ll find your eyes opened and your life transformed as you discover for yourself The Truth About Sex .

Includes a companion study guide for personal use or group discussion.

Genres: Christian, Marriage, Relationships, Nonfiction, Christian Living

336 pages, Paperback

First published December 16, 2003

About the author

Kay Lee Arthur was an American Christian author, Bible teacher, and co-founder of Precept Ministries International. Renowned for her accessible and inductive approach to Bible study, she helped millions engage deeply with Scripture. Arthur began her ministry informally, teaching teenagers in her living room alongside her second husband, Jack Arthur. Their work soon grew into a global outreach, headquartered in Chattanooga, Tennessee, under the name Precept Ministries International. She hosted the daily Bible teaching program Precepts for Life and became a respected voice in evangelical circles. Arthur authored numerous books and was a four-time winner of the ECPA Christian Book Award for titles such as A Marriage Without Regrets and The New Inductive Study Bible. Her ministry was rooted in a personal reawakening to faith in the early 1960s, following a divorce and a return to religious life. She and Jack also served briefly as missionaries in Mexico before founding their ministry. Arthur remained active in public faith-based initiatives into her later years and was known for her firm stances on social issues. She passed away on 2025 leaving behind a lasting legacy in Christian education and publishing.

Reviews

[Wes Gray · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is so full of Scripture (which makes sense if it’s the “Truth About Sex”). I’ve used it as a devotion over the last couple weeks. Kay speaks with such grace and truth. Her words bring healing to brokenness and a constant encouragement. This book really is the most complete Biblical outline of the beautiful gift of sex God has created. It includes areas to reflect and take notes. Great for anyone to read: single, engaged, or married.

[Brooke Gray · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book takes scripture from the Bible and walks through how God has intended sex to be. It discusses the beauty of sex and backs it up with statistics to show how and why God’s way is the best way. Honestly a great book for anyone, but especially for someone who is single and debating whether or not they should wait until they’re married.

[Melissa · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was awesome! I read it after a Women's Conference I went to with my Mom. I was reading it while working with elementary kids and actually covered the word sex up with blue painters tape so I could take it to work with me.

[Grant Senzani · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very Practical

While I may have personal disagreements with the authors opinions,I will admit wholeheartedly about their research and reference to the bible isn't only admirable but should be applauded and applied by all Christian writers.

A must buy if sex is something you have always wanted to understand biblically.

[Mike · Rating 1 out of 5]

As "God" is a man made fiction, then the whole of this book is an irrelevance.

[Brittany]

Precept study recommendation

[Alexandrea Jared · Rating 5 out of 5]

Intimacy Gods way - beautifully written

[Jessyca · Rating 5 out of 5]

Truth may not always be easy but it is always right and good. Author delves with you into scripture to uncover and make personal what god really says and envisions for our sexual lives and relationships. Encouraging and above all Biblical, this is a must read for everyone who claims the name of Jesus.

[Tracy King · Rating 4 out of 5]

The Bible study contained within the pages was an in depth understanding of why sex should be saved until marriage. Although the book is specific to the old biblical teaching and contains scriptures from the New American Standard Bible (NASB), it could come across as extremely judgemental for those who are early in their Walk with God. Otherwise it's a great read and a great study.

[Shiree · Rating 3 out of 5]

Really a great read for the youth of today.

[Nicholas · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent Excellent book! We read in a class , at my Church and it opened up a lot of doors that were needed. We're planning to do her next book about marriage.

[Kelli · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book to help us get a biblical view of sex. Would recommend for teens, read first to gage for maturity, and all adults whether married or not.