As Christian, married couples, we need to get our cues on how we think and feel about marriage and sexuality from God and not from the culture or the spirit of our surroundings (movies, social media, etc.) In fact, Hebrews 13:4 instructs us to honor the marriage bed. So, what does that mean and how do we do that in a way that God intended? The Boggs share some tips in today's episode about how we can live a life that does just what this word instructs us to do, practically, day to day.

Today’s episode is part 2 of an important discussion. The spiritual health of a family is crucial and in today’s discussion, Eric and Gena share some tips for a good start on the spiritual journey of a family. They cover things like self-awareness, determination, and ways we can daily reflect who Jesus is—-at home, and everywhere we go! It’s really about how we live out our Christian walk, daily! It IS ALWAYS more than Sunday church attendance or wearing the tag, “Christian”. Listen in and be challenged to live Jesus, model Jesus, and be Jesus—every day and everywhere!

Just what does a “healthy Christian home” look like? Is it a family of “church-goers”or “good people” that are able to look the part? The Boggs push us today, in this episode, to realize that a healthy Christian home is made up of more than our ability to check the boxes of good Christian living. They encourage us to think about our family’s spiritual health——something that affects EVERYTHING!

Is there an expiration date on the intimate sexual relationship of a husband and wife? Eric and Gena say, “No!” and they believe that God’s Word says “No!” as well! Sex wasn’t created, by God, for just the newlyweds or young to middle aged. God created it with purposes that extend beyond procreation. (And all the “older” people should be excited about that!) Intimacy was intended to be “until death do us part”, just like the commitment we made in marriage. Join the discussion today! No matter how long you’ve been married, this one will be good for you today!

The discussion continues in this episode about the role of parenting. It is no job for the weak at heart or for “wimps”! Determination and resolve are needed because your children, and our society today, need strong parents! The job can seem daunting for sure, but God will grace and enable you. He may even grow you, as the parent, in the midst of your “parenting” your children----even preparing you, and cultivating in you your own gifts and talents!

The challenge of parenting is real! The overwhelming responsibility and the feelings of inadequacy are felt by all who fill this role at one time or another. In this episode, Eric and Gena remind us that our role as parents is more valuable than we often realize and our capability to do the job well is within grasp as we allow God to empower us.

This isn’t “family”, “everyone-listen-together” content today! But, this is a good episode for you to listen to together, as a couple! Eric and Gena get real candid in this podcast about the importance of pursuing the sex life that God intended for married couples to enjoy. Good sex doesn’t just happen, but a thriving sex life is God-ordained and a component of a thriving marriage relationship. So, as a couple, you can’t deemphasize or downplay the importance of your passionate pursuit of sex! Join The Boggs in this episode as they discuss the “gift” of sex to you as a married couple. Listening today could be your first step in your passionate pursuit!

Fun at home is not a luxury! It is a necessity for a healthy family life! All of us need to laugh. We need a break from the routine, and we need to experience those times as a family! These times don’t have to be expensive or even very structured. Learn to step away from the schedule sometimes (or maybe you NEED to schedule a fun day!) and celebrate—even the smallest things. Be silly, sing, dance or play a game. You AND your family will benefit from some good ole’ playtime! If the topic today seems unimportant to you, you are the one that needs to listen! Tune in—-you need to get off the treadmill of life for a few minutes and enjoy some playtime!

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Each of us has a tendency to want to “go our own way” and live selfishly. We pursue “ME” time, feel like we “deserve” or have the “right” to do what WE want to do, sometimes, even at the expense of people we love. At the same time, we crave intimacy in our lives by virtue of how we were created. See the problem? Intimacy will come as you lay your life down; as you put yourself and your desires second to those of another; as you serve and make others life better. It’s really a choice, daily! You may be challenged as you listen, but it will be good! Join Eric and Gena today!

The word “serve” isn’t always popular in our culture, unless it is focused upon self. The whole idea of serving another is often lost on us in society today. However, as followers of Jesus, we are called to serve with a heart and attitude that looks like Jesus. AND—Eric and Gena believe that the heart to serve should always start at home! Serving is simply about making another person's life better—even at home! Read Mark 10:45 and Phillippians 2: 3-8 and then tune in for this discussion.