Physical Intimacy

How a Christian Wife Can Be Dangerous to the Enemy

This post is not what you think.  In fact, you might wonder if I’ve gone off the deep end by writing it from this perspective.  And, well, if that’s what you think, I’m okay with that! I’m not going to tell you that you can be dangerous to the Enemy by being a wife who…
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My Husband Has Committed Adultery. What Should I Do Now?

Source Adultery…. A betrayal at the deepest level. My heart hurts so much when I receive emails from wives whose husbands have been unfaithful to them.  I can’t even imagine the brokenness they must be feeling inside. But then I read stories of how our God has redeemed and transformed marriages when the man had turned his…
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Should Christians Live Together Before Marriage?

This is not a popular topic to discuss.  In fact, it will make you feel uncomfortable if you’re in this situation today. Living with your significant other before marriage sure is a common practice in our culture.  In fact, before I gave my heart to the Lord I used to live with my (at the…
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My Husband Wants Me to Dress Like a Porn Star

Pornography. It’s everywhere and it’s seems like our society is bathing in it. At the simple click of a mouse it’s before your eyes within minutes… Here’s one wife’s story. Dear Jolene, I’ve been married to my husband for 6 yrs. Well a couple yrs. ago my husband wanted me to watch porn and wanted…
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Enjoying The Act of Marriage

The Act of Marriage. Also known as… Physical Intimacy. Sex. The Marriage Bed. Married sex is a fabulous thing, but that’s not always the case for every married couple.  (I know, I lived it!) The letter from this young wife hits close to home for me.  She has had many obstacles surrounding the physical intimacy…
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How to Overcome Past Sexual Sins

I’ve had several women write in recently asking me how they can get over their past sexual sins so their memories won’t hinder the physical intimacy between them and their husband.  And since I am very open about my past, a past filled with complete and utter darkness, I thought I’d share what helped me…
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What’s a Wife to Do When Her Husband Wants Her to Participate in Sexual Sin?…& a Link Up!

Ever since I started my series on What to Do When a Husband Doesn’t Love His Wife with Christ-Like Love, countless wives have emailed me seeking advice for their hurting marriages.  And because I’ve clearly heard God share with me this year to meet the women where they are at , I’m going to continue…
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9 Ways to Keep the Spark Lit in the Bedroom

Today I’m addressing one of my readers questions regarding changes that have taken place to the physical intimacy of their marriage.  I relate to her pain as I’ve lived through my own as a young bride. Dear Jolene, I am dealing with a touchy subject and I am desperate for encouragement. I have been married…
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31 Days to Great Sex- Book Review and Giveaway

I’m going a little rogue today from my typical posts on marriage.  I generally don’t do a whole lot of book reviews on my site because of the time factor involved since I actually do read the books I promote here! (Some of you have even emailed me asking if I’d share your books with…
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When the Roles are Reversed in a Godly Marriage (Part 2)

If you missed Part 1 of this post, you’ll want to take the time to read my story so you’ll know where I’m coming from. Today I’m discussing some how-to’s regarding this sensitive topic. So what can you do when the roles are reversed in your marriage? Talk with your man.  Share your heart with him.…
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