Intimacy is a Verb

After a super long hiatus we are back! Hopefully we'll be able to start putting out some more consistent episodes. This episode was another great one. We got the opportunity to interview Jeffrey and Stephanie Chapman. They have four little ones and run a business together called Clay by Steph. We got to talk mostly about their dating years leading up to marriage which was super awesome and insightful. We believe this episode will strike a chord with people in all stages of life, whether single, dating, married or have older kids ready to date. They utilized counseling to help see challenges and hurdles in their relationship and most importantly in their walk with the Lord. It's a beautiful story of watching them work through difficulties and realize Jesus is the ultimate source of fulfillment, something we all need to be reminded of constantly. Hope you enjoy!www.intimacyisaverb.comInstagram: intimacyisaverb

We had the wonderful opportunity to interview our dear friends Ryan and Sarah. We split it up into two episodes because it ended up being a couple hours long! If you haven't listened to part 1 we recommend doing that before listening to this episode. You might be a little lost if not! You will not be disappointed! In part 1 you are introduced to the Estes' and see some of their back story. We dive into a major difficult point in their marriage and really what drove them to get help. They were both at a breaking point knowing something needed to change. We see them lean in to the Lord as they cry out to him. Counseling was pivotal as you will see more in episode two. We appreciate the vulnerability and humility and steadfastness the Estes' bring. We hope you are blessed by their story as much as we have been!www.intimacyisaverb.comInstagram: Intimacyisaverb

We had the wonderful opportunity to interview our dear friends Ryan and Sarah. We split it up into two episodes because it ended up being a couple hours long! We wanted to get part 1 out asap and finally after the holidays we've had some time to do that. You will not be disappointed! In part 1 you are introduced to the Estes' and see some of their back story. We dive into a major difficult point in their marriage and really what drove them to get help. They were both at a breaking point knowing something needed to change. We see them lean in to the Lord as they cry out to him. Counseling was pivotal as you will see more in episode two. We appreciate the vulnerability and humility and steadfastness the Estes' bring. We hope you are blessed by their story as much as we have been!www.intimacyisaverb.comInstagram: Intimacyisaverb

On this episode we had the privilege of interviewing Sam Allberry. Sam is an author, speaker, and pastor from the UK. We focus primarily in this episode on his book "Why does God care who I sleep with?" In this insightful interview Sam dives into why he wrote this book and answers questions like: What is sex for? How can the Christian church do better at talking about sexual ethics? And how does lust effect intimacy? Be sure to follow Sam on Twitter @SamAllberry. And get this book we talk about, you won't be disappointed!Insta: intimacyisaverbwww.intimacyisaverb.com

This episode ended up being a little longer than normal, but it's worth the listen! We've been getting a lot of great feedback through messages or in person and it really has been encouraging to hear. We sometimes wonder if what we are doing is worth it or beneficial and then we hear about a couple finding hope through an episode. Keep sharing with us your story and what you are struggling with or learning! Jonathan Daugherty is the President and Founder of BeBroken Ministries (info below). We get the opportunity in this episode to interview him about his story and how that led to him having a heart to help individuals, couples, and families choose sexual integrity. They offer recovery resources for the addicted and support for the wounded. He also hosts a podcast called Pure Sex Radio that covers everything from sexual brokenness to relational issues. We also talk in this episode about the power of grace and forgiveness, how brokenness is the key to overcoming addiction, and insight into parenting kids and addressing sexual struggles.CHECK OUT OUR INSTAGRAM TO ENTER FOR A CHANCE TO GET A FREE BOOK FROM JONATHAN DAUGHERTY!BeBroken Website: https://2.bebroken.com/Pure Sex Radio Podcast: https://www.puresexradio.com/www.Intimacyisaverb.comInstagram: Intimacyisaverb

This is Part 2 of a 2 part conversation with got to have with Clinton and Charity Munoz. They host a podcast themselves called the Restored 2 More Podcast that talks about the hope and restoration of Marriage after infidelity. We highly encourage you listening not only to the two episodes we got to do with them, but also check out their podcast for some incredible content helping marriages thrive. We love ya'll and thank you so much for your support and encouragement. Hope you enjoy!www.intimacyisaverb.comhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/restored-2-more/id1503954507

This is Part 1 of a 2 part conversation with got to have with Clinton and Charity Munoz. They host a podcast themselves called the Restored 2 More Podcast that talks about the hope and restoration of Marriage after infidelity. We highly encourage you listening not only to the two episodes we got to do with them, but also check out their podcast for some incredible content helping marriages thrive. We love ya'll and thank you so much for your support and encouragement. Hope you enjoy!www.intimacyisaverb.comhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/restored-2-more/id1503954507

This is part 2 of a 2 part episode we got to do with Dave and Linda Cheek. Their story includes struggles with alcohol and drug addiction, infidelity, and the fight for a redeemed marriage. They believe marriage should be life-giving and are willingly to do the hard work to make it happen. We believe so many will be encouraged by this amazing couple's story. Hope you enjoy!If you have questions, would like help or direction please reach out!Find us online at www.intimacyisaverb.comInstagram at intimacyisaverb

This is part 1 of a 2 part episode we got to do with Dave and Linda Cheek. Their story includes struggles with alcohol and drug addiction, infidelity, and the fight for a redeemed marriage. They believe marriage should be life-giving and are willingly to do the hard work to make it happen. We believe so many will be encouraged by this amazing couple's story. Hope you enjoy!If you have questions, would like help or direction please reach out!Find us online at www.intimacyisaverb.comInstagram at intimacyisaverb

This episode we get to dive into Bryana's story a little more. We see the side of the betrayed and the Lord's faithfulness to both comfort and sift. Hope you enjoy!

This is part 2 of 2 we get to do with Russell Willingham, Director at New Creation Ministries in Fresno, CA. Russell has not only been our counselor for the past 8 years, he has help hundreds of other individuals and couples out of sexual and relational brokenness. We talk about his upcoming video series he is working on called the Marriage Matrix. For more information visit www.intimacyisaverb.com or visit our instagram intimacyisaverb

This is part 1 of 2 we get to do with Russell Willingham, Director at New Creation Ministries in Fresno, CA. Russell has not only been our counselor for the past 8 years, he has help hundreds of other individuals and couples out of sexual and relational brokenness. We talk about his upcoming video series he is working on called the Marriage Matrix. For more information visit www.intimacyisaverb.com or visit our instagram intimacyisaverb

This is our first Podcast!! Woohoo! We've been wanting to do this for some time now. Sin and circumstances and experience have led us to want to share what we're learning and the experience and wisdom of others. We talk a little bit about our story and why we want to do this podcast. We share our goals and what you can expect. For more information about us visit intimacyisaverb.com. We hope you enjoy!