Female by Design

Drifting in marriage can happen quickly. Busy lives, full schedules and a household full of children are always vying for our attention. It takes intentional connection to avoid the "roommate rut".

Have you heard of a hotel date? Instead of dinner and a movie, you spend several hours alone at a hotel. What an incredible way to find connection.

In this episode you will learn all about hotel dates as an idea to spur your marriage connection. You will hear candid chat about the practicals and logistics, as well as some ways this practice can strengthen your marriage connection.

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How do we navigate hard things that come our way and not get washed out by the storms of life? And, how can we keep our marriage anchored in the truth, in intimacy with God and each other?

In this episode you will hear nuggets of wisdom and insight to encourage you in your marriage, even when the trials of life threaten to rip you apart. Every marriage will face hard times, yet with a Kingdom perspective, seasons of setbacks and disappointments are shifted.

Be encouraged through the stories of marriages that not only weathered the storm, but became an opportunity to glorify God. And, be reminded of the beauty of a marriage that is always healing and leaning in toward intimacy and growth.

About Gary Thomas

Gary Thomas's writing and speaking draw people closer to Christ and closer to others. He is the author of twenty books that together have sold more than two million copies and have been translated into more than a dozen languages. These books include Sacred Marriage, Cherish, Married Sex, and the Gold Medallion-award winning Authentic Faith.

Resources Mentioned:

Making Your Marriage a Fortress: Strengthening Your Marriage to Withstand Life's Storms, Gary Thomas

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Superpowers as a wife. Sounds nice, right? Well, it's true. Tune in and hear the ways God has equipped and empowered you for good works. When you see yourself in a Biblical light, fully equipped with super powers including the truth of being an image bearer and the gift of the Holy Spirit, you begin to see a shift in your perspective.

This conversation builds upon those truths to give you some fresh ways of thinking about your gifts and super powers as a wife. Be encouraged, friend. We are dropping the "shoulds" and embracing some incredible ideas to help power a growing sex life.

Grab a complementary guide based on this podcast series today: Great Sex Grows

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Does great sex just happen? Well, no, it doesn't. Let's continue the conversation about intentional ways to lean in and and grow truly great intimacy, which includes communication.

Talking about sex may not come very naturally. And, it really does take some practice as you become vulnerable and learn to express your needs. In this episode you'll hear more about my own journey to find tools to be able to talk about sex. And, you'll hear encouragment to talk about sex together.

When you use your words to speak life over your husband and your marriage, it is an incredibly powerful gift to fuel deeper vulnerability. Great sex grows…when you lean in toward honest and hornoring communication.

Grab a complementary guide based on this podcast series today: Great Sex Grows

Francie is partnered with MyCounselor.Online as a resource for Biblically based counseling, including sex therapy. You'll receive a 25% discount on your first session. Click here

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His Needs, Her Needs

Caveat - this book does discuss sex as a man's physical need. I consistently share that Biblical sex is not about a need or a duty. Always ask the Lord to guide you as you consume any resources.

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A joyful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones. Proverbs 17:22

Let's continue the conversation about great sex growing, because, spoiler alert, it doens't just happen. We are talking about dialing up the JOY in your marriage and…in your bedroom. This episode can be a resource to you over time. It is full of ideas and tips to bring more fun and lighthearted play into your marriage.

When you see your spouse as your playmate, the hard things of life might just soften a little bit. So, lean in and hear about bringing the JOY and FUN to your growing sex life.

Grab a complementary guide based on this podcast series today: Great Sex Grows

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Christian Friendly Sex Positions

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Let's continue the conversation about growing in your married intimacy by talking about the body. It seems obvious that we acknowledge that body is part of sex, but great intimacy happens when you tune into your body and see it as a good gift.

It's really easy to become disconnected from the body, going about your day and serving others without much regard for your physical needs and sensations.

In this episode, you will hear practical ideas for seeing your body as good. You'll hear encouragement for tuning into the ways you can care for yourself, understanding your body and how it works and see how you can walk in more confidence.

Enjoying the gift of intimacy begins with bringing your whole self to the moment - mind, body and spirit. We are all in process, all on our own journey. Let's keep leaning in toward growth, healing and truly great intimacy.

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Your beliefs about your body, your sexuality and your marriage bed are critical. Do you have a growth mindset or a fixed mindset?

The Word encourages us to be growth-oriented. In Romans we see, "do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God's will is - His good, pleasing and perfect will." Let's apply this to a growing, flourishing sex life.

Great sex doesn't just happen. Great sex requires intentionality…and this episode will unpack the benefits of having a mindset to set you up for success.

Grab a complementary guide based on this podcast series today: Great Sex Grows

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Does great sex just happen?

While the world throws the phrase, "great sex," around casually, in this new series we are going to really unpack the journey toward truly great sex. Yes, it's a journey meant for the long haul of your marriage. Great sex can truly grow over time with intentionally.

In Great Sex Grows, you will be equipped and encouaged to think about intentional connection in each and every stage. Yes, we will keep our eyes on the big picture, but we will unpack practical ways to grow a great sex life. A growing sex life requires intentionality…and, this series will help you think differently and become more intentional.

Grab a complementary guide based on this podcast series today: Great Sex Grows

Resources Mentioned:

What if Love is the Point?: Living for Jesus in a Self-Consumed World, Carlos PenaVega and Alexa PenaVega

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This is a loaded question. Stop "should-ing" on yourself, especially when it comes to your marriage. "Should" is a word that connotes a duty or a chore…who wants that? Let's reframe the question moving forward.

Rather, let's focus on the benefits of an active and growing sex life. While we can focus on the many health benefits, what if we flip the question and understand what's behind your questions about "how often."

In this episode you'll be encouraged to reframe the way you think about frequency or differing sex drives. Listen in and hear a more helpful approach to choosing intimacy and connection.

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The 10 Health Benefits of Regular Sex. Here

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In this episode, I share a personal journey with shame I've carried, even without realizing it, over my feminine body. You will hear the vision for body blessing and a helpful outline of simple steps for healing prayer. Your body is wonderfully made and as you agree with God, there is freedom to walk in more fruitful abundance.

Francie is partnered with MyCounselor.Online as a resource for Biblically based counseling, including sex therapy. You'll receive a 25% discount on your first session. Click here

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Grab the free guide, Five Truths about Sex