Christian perspectives on physical intimacy often lack clarity, leaving many couples confused about what honors God in the bedroom - especially if one or both partners are survivors of harm. True intimacy begins with friendship and mutual respect, creating space for honest communication about desires, boundaries, and healing.

In this episode we explore:

• What's permissible
• How technology has changed how we approach intimacy
• Sexual abuse survivors needs
• The full spectrum of intimacy not just intercourse
• Arousal templates
• Consent
• What healthy intimacy entails

Resources Mentioned:

The Marriage You Want - by Sheila & Keith Gregoire - https://amzn.to/46ug2cH

Body & Soul, Healed & Whole - by Tabitha Westbrook - https://amzn.to/4pA4s8I

Gottman Sound Relationship House - https://www.gottman.com/blog/what-is-the-sound-relationship-house/

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 This book is for every Christian woman who has been harmed sexually, whether that happened in childhood, adulthood, or even within your coercive controlling marriage, and you're longing to feel safe in your body again. We talk about the hard stuff, shame, desire, faith, and even questions like, is this sin or is this trauma?

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