Lisa_J's Full Review: Clifford Penner and Joyce Penner - The Gift of Sex...
It often amazes me that so many people squirm at the mention of the word Sex! Please, can’t we all admit that it is pleasurable – obvious acts that men and women partake – and certainly a subject worth discussing. Before anyone gets her/his panties in a wad let me tell you that I maintain a Christian belief system (and respect for other faith systems), and realize the gift that sex is.
Yes, a gift… A Gift from God! The creator intended for us to enjoy those rolls in the sheets, and wisdom was instilled upon authors such as Clifford & Joyce Penner so that we would be able to fully grasp understanding of this bodily function, the pleasure offered via it, and even ways to enhance it. Honestly, although this publication is considered Christian, there is a likelihood it will be enjoyed by others also.
Be forewarned that the information contained in this review might offend some. Proceed if you desire. If you care to realize sexual freedom, this publication might be for you. Have fun!
The Gift of Sex: A Guide to Sexual Fulfillment
Truly this is a wonderful publication for newlyweds, married couples, and others seeking direct / accurate information regarding sexuality and the players involved. The Gift of Sex: A Guide to Sexual Fulfillment is an extensive guide toward understanding sexuality, including insight with regard to your own sex drive – your partner’s sex drive – sexual relationship within marriage – pleasure from sex – frustrations related to sexual situations. Information contained within this 352-page book combines biblical, psychological, and physical aspect of sexuality to provide mammoth resources, and the index is comprehensive.
Clifford L. Penner is a clinical psychologist, his wife; Joyce J. Penner is a registered nurse. Together they offer this remarkable publication, and they also hold sexual enhancement seminars. The authors provide us with in depth coverage of all topics.
Other publications include:
Sex Facts for the Family
Counseling for Sexual Disorders
Restoring the Pleasure
Often there are questions that women and men have with regard to body functions, yet they are embarrassed to ask. Issues such as odor, cleanliness, discharge, arousal and more… are addressed in detail. I mentioned above the comprehensive index, and will reiterate that this resource allows you to rapidly arrive at the answer you need.
Do you need lubrication recommendation?
Do you question the cleanliness of oral sex?
Communication questions?
The index will lead you toward the applicable pages.
I appreciate the immense information provided within this book. The more that we know about our body and the body of our sexual partner, the greater enjoyment all participants will have. Let’s face it, our bodies were created with wonderful trigger points, and there is no sin in aiming for satisfaction. I don’t feel that anyone should be forced to engage in acts they say no to. However I do feel that lack of experimentation often stems from lack of knowledge. I found that the more I learned about the female and male bodies, the greater my desire for sexual play was. This element allowed for immense bonding, and opened doors to greater intimacy.
Another restricting base is often derived from the premise that sex is dirty. Authors Clifford & Joyce Penner provide specific information with regard to biblical permission toward the enjoyment of sex, and insightful tidbits that squelch mythical thoughts that hinder many from full sexual enjoyment. I encourage you to partake the read and open the door to freedom. Have you heard of people praying for God to enhance orgasmic experience? I have, and issues such as inclusion of God within sexuality are addressed.
There are multiple ways to stimulate each other, allowing for full sexual enjoyment. I realize that some women/men haven’t experienced multiple orgasms within one evening. The truth is that this is possible and there are many tantalizing suggestions within this book. From simplistic measures such as foot massage, toe sucking, tickling of body parts… to measures such as love play after entry, oral-genital contact and much more.
Factually speaking our history can – often does – affect our sexual freedom. Within the context of The Gift of Sex: A Guide to Sexual Fulfillment subject matter addresses issues of abusive pasts, and assists toward helping those victims move forward and/or seek professional help. Speaking of professional help… sometimes obtaining outside counseling is a necessary stepping block for your marital health. This option is discussed. Or perhaps there are issues you truly aren’t comfortable with; we are encouraged to seek professional mediation. All of this advice is gently encouraged, and not once do authors Clifford & Joyce Penner present any information in a preachy manner. Rather they present factual information that is supported with scripture and/or other reference material.
There are sexual enhancement exercises, minor amount of illustrations, and tons of useful information. This publication is one that you can read front to back, or peruse the applicable information via direction from the in depth index. Whatever manner works for you, one fact remains – this book is helpful and recommended.
Content
List of Sexual Enhancement Exercises
List of Illustrations
Preface
Acknowledgments
Introductory Chapters
1) Is This Book for Me?
2) Why All the Confusion?
A Biblical Perspective
3) Sexuality Is a Gift from God
4) What the Bible Says about Our Sexuality
The Physical Dimension
5) Bodies
6) Discovering and Sharing Our Bodies
7) How Our Bodies Work
8) Sexual Response – Four Phases
The Total Experience
9) Getting Interested
10) Having Fun
11) Initiating
12) Meshing with Each Other’s Worlds
13) Pleasuring
14) Special Treats That Add Pleasure
15) Stimulating
16) By Invitation Only
17) Letting Go
18) Affirmation Time
19) Cleaning Up
20) Enhancing the Sexual Response
Moving Past Sexual Barriers
21) I’m Not Interested
22) Differing Sexual Needs
23) Never Enough Time
24) You Want to Do What?
25) Excluding God from the Bedroom
26) I Don’t Love Him Anymore
27) Birth Control Gets in the Way
Resolving Technical Difficulties
28) Why Sexual Problems?
29) Too Soon, Too Fast
30) Not Enough When You Need It – Impotence
31) No Arousal or No Release – Some Women’s Frustration
32) Pain Reduces Pleasure
Finding Help
33) Getting Ourselves Together
34) Going for Help
35) Questions and Answers
36) Some Final Words
Bibliography
Indexes
Final Thoughts
I like to include the content list within reviews such as this because it allows you to realize the degree of helpful insight books such as this offer. This publication is comprehensive, factual, and enlightening. I adore the inclusion of spirituality within sex, and feel that The Gift of Sex: A Guide to Sexual Fulfillment is an excellent publication for Christian’s to digest.
Although the content isn’t limited to those partaking within Christian faith system, some might take offense to the inclusion of scripture. Personally I appreciate the information included and even recommend this book for gift giving purpose. Too many men and women are restricted within sexual play. Perhaps this book will open the door for experimentation.
Clinical therapist Clifford Penner along with his wife, Joyce, a nurse, have written a sensitive and forthright guide to understanding sexuality and h...More at Buy.com Marketplaces
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