Tag: sex

How to Stay Close and Connected in These Busy (and troubled) Times

I have to admit, this year I haven’t put in the time and my garden looks a bit like Jurassic Park . . . minus the dinosaurs. Although there is one rabbit that keeps evading us and chewing on everything. Obviously he doesn’t know how much I like Tarragon Rabbit in cracked pepper cream sauce!…
What to do when Temptation Strikes. Why You NEVER Have to Give in Again!

Just because you’re a Christian doesn’t mean you face temptation the way God intended. And, how is that? He intended you to win against Temptation, EVERY SINGLE TIME! . . . Seriously? Yes! So, how has that been going? Are you walking in victory or did you give in, again? If you’ve lived a life…
Why More Sex with Your Wife Will Never Solve Your Porn Problem

Many wives feel they must be inadequate or are doing something wrong in bed because despite making themselves available to their husbands he keeps struggling with porn/wandering eyes/lustful thoughts/sexual discontent . . . etc., etc. It’s not just discouraging. It’s demoralizing and destructive, robbing the joy and sapping the life right out of marriage. Maybe…
The Proverbs 31 Woman is Hard to Find . . . but not as hard as The Proverbs 31 Man!

She’s strong, enterprising, capable, an excellent manager, savvy-in-business, and is a deeply loving wife, looking after the needs of her family. Everything she does makes people honor her husband. She is The Proverbs 31 Woman. Are you married to one of those? If not, don’t tell yourself something’s wrong with your wife. Search for the…
Matt & Lisa Answer Listener Questions on Intimacy and 7 Other Marriage Topics

People often write us with questions. This week on the podcast, Lisa and I are answering 8 marriage questions sent in from listeners – they’re listed, below. Do any of these apply to you, your spouse, and your marriage? Questions: What has been your secret to solving arguments in your own marriage? Is there a…
Where Have You Been, Where Are You Today, Is Your Marriage Headed in the Right Direction for 2020?

Where is your marriage headed in 2020? Did you have a great 2019 or did “Life” just happen to you, coming at you with the speed of a fighter jet and the chaos of a riot? And, it’s not just the bad things incrementally derailing our marriage over time. Often it’s all the good things,…
Give Your Marriage a Present!

Thanksgiving, Christmas Time , New Years just around the corner . . it’s the holiday season and I find myself thinking about where we’ve been, where we’re headed, and of the hope we have for the future. Can you relate? As you think about where your marriage is today compared to last year, many of…
Marriage Weekend: Why Smart Husbands Ensure Their Wife Feels Heard and Understood

So, let me guess . . . communication in your marriage is always smooth, easy, tension-free, positive, and usually ends with everyone feeling heard and understood. For some, maybe, but for most . . . not so much! Most husbands and wives have to work hard to communicate clearly and positively. As I look back…
When Your Spouse Doesn’t Want to Have Sex With You . . . What Should You Do?

The great myth of being single and full of sexual passion is that getting married answers all the questions and solves all the problems related to sex. Sexual pressure morning, noon, or night? No problem – just have sex with your spouse! Finally, no more waiting! Except, it’s not that easy, is it? There are…
Kiss Her Like It’s The First Time, Every Time

Do you remember when you kissed each other the first time? Lisa and I sure do . . . not because it was an epic, romantic kiss. It was more like, “Husband and Wife do Stand Up Comedy!” Our front teeth clunked together like two blocks of wood! At first, we weren’t sure what happened.…
The Bible and Better Sex For Husbands and Wives

One of the big expectations for marriage is a great sex life. Some have challenges right from the start but for many, the early days/months/years are just that – great! Yet, despite the hopes and intentions, ‘life’ has a way of sapping the energy, focus, frequency, and joy right out of this aspect of so…
Why Isn’t My Wife More Interested in Sex with Me? How to Increase Her Desire

Do you have a healthy, positive, fulfilling sex life in your marriage? Many do, but I hear from men all the time (and increasingly women) that their spouse isn’t interested in sex or is indifferent. And while this issue relates to both husbands and wives, in this post, we’re focusing on men whose wives have…