Welcome to iKids, where we will help you iNspire kids to iMitate God!
Worth Waiting For is a sexual abstinence program directed at teens and preteens. The program is designed to help teens/preteens understand God's plan for sex and the physical and emotional consequences of sex outside of marriage. There are many other components to the program, which has been presented in public and private schools, camps, and other venues. Here you will find a collection of notes and resources used in the program. Contact us for more info.
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What are some common reasons people (kids) give into sexual pressure before marriage?
- desire to be loved
- afraid of rejection
- afraid of losing their boyfriend/girlfriend
- afraid they won't be loved for who they really are
Read more: Reasons kids give into sexual pressure before marriage
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Steps to developing an abstinence plan.
- Make a commitment to postpone sex until marriage and get a symbol to carry with you (ring, bracelet, pendant, necklace, etc)
- Decide your physical limits (hugging, holding hands, affectionate kissing, passionate kissing)
- Develop standards for dating
- date in groups
- avoid spending time alone late at night
- spend time in public places where people are around (movies, restaurants, etc)
- always plan your dates ahead of time and tell someone (accountability partner)
- avoid "R" rated movies with sexually explicit content
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How to command respect in a relationship
- Respect yourself
- Surround yourself with people that share your same values and beliefs
- Have a strong commitment to your values and beliefs and stick to them
- Have strong character
- Be independent--not dependent on the other person or your relationship for feelings of self-worth or value
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Getting to know yourself
1. What do you like about yourself?
2. What are some things you dislike about yourself?