In this episode we’re talking about maintaining your sexual relationship during the stress of the holidays.Protect your spouse. Make sure they know that you’ve got their back when you are at family gatherings.Prioritize your spouse and your relationship. You absolutely MUST make time to continue to connect with your spouse, even at the expense of making others happy - including your kids.Plan ahead so that you are prepared to overcome challenges to your sex life during this holiday season.&nb...

16: Keep Scrooge Out of the Bedroom!

Biblical Perspective for a Fuller Marriage and Extraordinary Sex! Most married couples want more for their marriage, especially when it comes to sex. Intimate Covenant offers biblical teaching and resources to help achieve oneness with your spouse, resulting in a fuller relationship and an extraordinary sex life. Warning: We cover necessary and important topics about the marriage relationship and sex. We use frank language without being crude or crass. Our approach is biblical and wholesome, but not intended for singles — especially not for children.

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In this episode, Matt & Jenn discuss some of the latest TikTok relationship tests and whether there is something we can learn about our marriages from these viral trends. If you really want to test your relationship, pick up a mirror rather than a microscope. Only you can change you. “Turn towards” rather than “turning away” from your spouse by making and receiving bids for connection.Whether your prior rejections have been intentional or unintentional, challenge yourself to see...

7 Shocking Results From Viral Relationship Tests [164]

In this episode, Matt and Jenn discuss the resurging popularity of sleeping in separate bedrooms. We'll consider the  reasons why a couple might choose this option and whether it might be wise for your marriage. In addition, we'll discuss some of the consequences of spouses who have separate bedtimes.Every step we take away from our spouses, especially physically, has inevitable negative long-term consequences for the relationship. The decision to sleep apart should be weighed carefully ...

Separate Bedrooms & Separate Bedtimes [163]

In this episode, Matt & Jenn share some experiences from their recent trip to China and some life-changing lessons they are bringing back. We think these lessons will impact your marriage too!It’s easy to lose focus on eternal priorities and purpose. Revisit this conversation with your spouse frequently.Changing your circumstances will not change your marriage. To improve your marriage, you have to lean into the conflict and learn to better serve your spouse.We are deeply grateful for all...

Lessons from China [162]

In this episode, Matt & Jenn share excerpts from several different live Q&A sessions recorded at previous live events.- How do you differentiate between responsive sexual desire and a medical problem resulting in a lack of sex drive?- How can I keep striving for spiritual and emotional intimacy when my spouse is reluctant to do so?- How can I overcome shame in my physical appearance that hinders me from giving myself to and fully enjoying physical intimacy with my spouse?- Is it prima...

Q&A (low sexual desire; body shame; reluctant spouse…) [161]

In this episode, Matt & Jenn share some important news and updates, including a fun blooper reel.There are multiple ways to help support Xander Moody and his family.GiveSendGo (https://www.givesendgo.com/supportxander) - This is a crowdfunding site launched by Xander's baseball team organization. Blessings Overflow:Mail checks (avoid transaction fees) with “Xander Moody” in the memo line to:Blessings Overflow 9114 Hermitage LnAlvaton, KY 42122Venmo (https://account.venmo.com/u/B...

16: Keep Scrooge Out of the Bedroom!

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