Just because we are in 21 century, does it give us the right to steal or to really show bad morals in the public? it is the same thing. Being in the 21 century is not the reason to have sex..... i think, if we can protect ourselves in place like United States by being pure, it will definitely help us remain successful in other aspects of life. My reason of abstinence is not for others, or to react to what others think, but it is for oneself. Controlling our physical emotions and desires are best for our own personal success and believe me i am walking in it right now and it is very difficult and i really want to practice it.