Christianity and same sex relationships
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can explain different Christian teachings and views on human sexuality.
Key learning points
- Human sexuality is seen as a gift from God to humans.
- There is a diversity of views within Christianity on same sex relationships.
- Some passages of the Bible are used to support the view that same sex relationships are wrong.
- Most Christians do not view same sex sexuality as wrong in itself.
Keywords
Same sex relationships - sexual relationships between people of the same sex (also known as homosexual relationships)
Same sex sexuality - being physically/sexually attracted to persons of the same gender (also known as homosexuality)
St Paul - important Christian from the first century C.E. who wrote much of the New Testament
Common misconception
That Jesus condemned same sex relationships.
Jesus is not recorded in the Bible speaking in favour or against same sex relationships.
Teacher tip
Students can relate the different ethical theories of Natural Moral Law, Situation Ethics and Utilitarianism to the issue of same sex relationships in order to deepen thinking.
Content guidance
Language may offend
Depiction or discussion of sexual violence
Depiction or discussion of sexual violence
Depiction or discussion of sexual content
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
5 Questions
Q1.There are questions to consider when thinking about contraception and family planning.
Q2.Social scientists use surveys and to learn about people's views.
Q3.What might a Christian using situation ethics do when deciding about contraception?
Q4.Roman Catholics often follow an approach to issues like contraception.
Q5.According to Natural Law, what is the main purpose of sex?
Assessment exit quiz
5 Questions
Q1.Match each keyword to its correct meaning:
sexual relationships between people of the same sex
being physically/sexually attracted to persons of the same gender
Christian from the first century who wrote much of the New Testament
Q2.Human sexuality is seen as a from God to humans.
Q3.What do Christians believe about same sex relationships?
Q4.Jesus is not recorded in the Bible speaking in favour or same sex relationships.
Q5.What part of same sex sexuality do some Christians see as problematic?
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