Good Christian Sex, Why Chastity Isn’t the Only Option-And Other Things the Bible Says About Sex by Bromleigh McCleneghan

For too long, Christianity and sex have been entangled in a cycle of shame, with rigid norms dictating the “right” way to express one’s sexuality. But in Good Christian Sex, a groundbreaking book by University of Chicago pastor Bromleigh McCleneghan, readers are invited to reframe this conversation. Through candid personal stories and thoughtful theological reflection, McCleneghan reveals how sex can be both sacred and empowering—challenging the narrow, often damaging teachings that have left many believers conflicted and guilt-ridden.

Traditional Christian teachings have long emphasized abstinence and purity as the only acceptable path, ignoring the diverse realities of people’s romantic and sexual lives—even among the devout. Too often, church leaders have avoided the subject altogether or preached in ways that stifle spiritual and emotional growth. McCleneghan boldly bridges this divide, offering a compassionate, nuanced perspective that reconnects faith with human desire.

With a blend of humor, scholarly insight, and unflinching honesty, Good Christian Sex reimagines how Christians approach this fundamental aspect of life. McCleneghan explores what the Bible and Christian tradition truly say about desire, pleasure, fidelity, and intimacy—freeing believers from outdated taboos. Encouraging open, positive conversations about bodies, sensuality, and longing, this book is a beacon of hope, lifting the burden of shame and offering a new vision where love and faith coexist joyfully.