COU530 Human Sexuality
This class presents a Scripture-based perspective on human sexuality that goes beyond the simplistic secular ideologies. The Bible provides a positive theology of sex that is full of hope, joy, worship, and pleasure. Students will be equipped with practical strategies and thoughtful truths rooted in scriptural wisdom to help others lean on Jesus for help. The resources in this class will show counselors how to develop and execute a comprehensive plan for fighting sexual addictions in a wide range of circumstances.
Credits: 3
Student learning outcomes
- Develop a Scriptural perspective on human sexuality and clearly articulate a positive theology of sex to others.
- Understand common challenges and circumstances that impact sexual sin or addiction.
- Appreciate the power of the Gospel and Scripture to break the bondage of sexual sin and provide restoration in relationship with God and others.
- Practice a personal pursuit of purity and invite others to love Jesus more than sexual sin.
- Grow critical competencies and skills for developing and executing a comprehensive plan for helping others struggling with sexual addiction.
- Help others learn to depend on Christ for the daily strength to live life with victory over sexual sin.