Forever Marriage at Lakewood exists to strengthen families by helping couples discover God's design for marriage.

Season 2: Six Keys to Better Sex in Marriage
Episode 11: 4 Experiences to Live with Your Spouse in an Understanding Way

In this episode the Smiths conclude Key 3 - Regard Each Other's Needs as More Important than Your Own. They talk about how at various seasons of marriage and as you and your spouse age, you may have to deal with issues that can potentially affect your sexual intimacy. The Smiths discuss these 4 experiences to live with your spouse in an understanding way:

1. Wives "coach" your husband to increase his knowledge and understanding of your unique biology, gynecology, health, and health history. Husbands, be coachable.
2. Sexual trauma, changes in libido, sexual disfunction,  Illnesses, medication changes, injuries, and chronic pain can greatly affect your sexual relationship – communicate, seek wise counsel, and pray.
3. Pregnancy and different seasons of life can present challenges.
4. Often, infertility consumes the sexual relationship – talk and pray with each other.  Also, don't bear this burden alone.

Scriptures mentioned in this episode: Proverbs 3:27, Galatians 6:2

Couple's Conversation:

• Why is it sometimes difficult to be affectionate?
• Do you talk about how you can meet each other’s need for affection?  If not, why not?
• What do you need in order to be in the mood for sex?
• Do you feel comfortable initiating sex?  Why or why not?
• How often would you prefer or expect sex?
• What sexual activities do you enjoy most?
• Are there specific sexual acts that make you uncomfortable?
• How could we each contribute to making our sexual relationship more satisfying?