So, You Want to Try Pole Dancing?

I was having lunch with some friends recently, some married and some single, and the subject of pole dancing came up. It piqued the interest of several of the ladies and some indicated they wanted to check it out. I have no problem with my married friends wanting to try this out and spice up things up in the bedroom, however I caution my single friends against this activity.

Pole dancing, popularized by strip clubs, involves sensual dancing with the pole. It requires great strength, flexibility and endurance, so many women today are proclaiming it as a great workout. However, there are many exercises that women can do that do not arouse sexual feelings, thoughts and images. If you are a Christian single woman who endeavors to live a life pleasing to Christ, then it’s important to guard your thought life.

“Temptation comes from our own desires, which entice us and drag us away. These desires give birth to sinful actions. And when sin is allowed to grow, it gives birth to death.” - James 1:14-15 NLT

A few other things the Christian “single” woman should stay away from include:

• Passion parties

• Sexually explicit bachelorette parties

• Strip clubs

I have a cousin who is convinced she can try things like this without it having an adverse impact on her. She even purchases sex toys that she insists she is saving until she gets married again. My concern with this practice is though her intention may be to wait, her flesh is weak. These things are easy to manage when you are not in a relationship, however once you’re in a dating relationship it can be very difficult control your flesh without the added distraction of sexual desires you’ve aroused within yourself.

Remember living a life of a life of sexual purity is about more than just saying no to sex but includes reframing from anything that arouses you sexually. So yes, pole dancing may be all the rage, but rest assured there are more appropriate forms of recreation suitable for the Christian single woman. If you are truly looking for a good workout, here are a few suggestions for healthy living exercises that will help you care for your temple.

Just say NO to pole dancing!

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