Others often define women's sexuality in terms of men. Have we bought into this framing and made our sexuality dependent on our husbands and what they do to get in the mood. LIke anything else, maybe we are supposed to rely on our husband for our identity. What if our husband is not responsible for getting us in the mood. Maybe we are supposed to figure out, what makes us feel sexy.

Married almost 50 years, Gail knows what it means to have fun during sex. But she has also learned to enjoy the simple pleasures of vanilla sex. Though Gail readily made sex a priority in her marriage, she gained even more freedom when a prayer session led to healing of past baggage. For more information abuot the healing prayer go to https://www.restoringthefoundations.org/ or email [email protected]

Most of us love that idea that sex can make us into one within marriage - as long as it is on our time table, or when we feel close to our husband. But what if God created sex to make us into one when we feel disconnected, angry at our spouse, or don't agree? Do we have a spouse that we trust and do we trust God enough to step into the uncomfortable  and that which does not come naturally?

For this mom of 5, embracing sex for herself has been a journey of ups and downs. But leaning into intimacy, vulnerably sharing and letting herself be known, both with God and with her husband has been a key. When she pushes herself to talk about sex, or her struggles with sex, then she moves towards greater freedom. 

Many of us struggle to freely share our bodies with our husband, and you might think that’s normal or no big deal. Or maybe you’ve convinced yourself that if you just stopped comparing yourself to photoshopped images, the problem would go away.

But learning to share your body during sex requires a radical self-acceptance. Embracing the undeniable truth that YOU are God's creation - absolutely unique, made in the image of God, and stunningly beautiful, inside and out, will set you free – not just in the marriage bed but as a way of understanding God’s radical love.

I hope you enjoy the beginning of my story of reclaiming sexuality. My awakening began when I embraced the truth that God created me beautiful.

Find out more about me at Awaken-Love.net

Listen to the story of Charlie, a Christian wife that wanted more unity and intimacy in her marriage. Learn the importance of recognizing the negative messages of the past and learning how to receive the good things that God wants us to enjoy.