Apostle Joshua Aghasedo of Powerline Church has sparked conversations about intimacy in Christian marriages after declaring that the use of sex toys by married couples is not a sin.
Aghasedo made the remarks while speaking to his congregation in a sermon shared on the church’s YouTube channel. He argued that sex toys can be viewed as tools that assist couples in their intimate lives, comparing them to everyday equipment such as cars and mobile phones.
The cleric stressed that his position applies specifically to married couples. According to him, technology can provide assistance to spouses experiencing difficulties with intimacy and should not automatically be regarded as sinful when used within the boundaries of marriage.
“I have never used a sex toy,” Aghasedo said, while explaining that modern technology has produced devices that can assist couples in their sexual relationship. He maintained that such devices could help partners achieve greater satisfaction during intimacy.
Aghasedo also revealed that he had previously recommended a sex toy to a married couple after considering their circumstances. He explained that his advice was intended to help the couple address their marital difficulties and prevent a situation where either partner might seek sexual satisfaction outside the marriage.
“I have suggested sex toy to a couple before,” he said, adding that the recommendation was made after considering the circumstances surrounding the couple’s relationship.
However, the pastor drew a distinction between the use of sex toys between spouses and their use by an individual. In his interpretation, using such a device alone amounts to masturbation, which he equated with fornication. He repeatedly emphasised that his comments were being made within the context of marriage.
His position has generated discussion among Nigerians, particularly because Christian perspectives on sexual intimacy and the use of sex toys differ considerably. While some religious leaders discourage their use, others focus on the mutual consent and privacy of married couples.
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