Spiritual Intimacy Dos and Don'ts | Ep. 658

Spiritual intimacy is something couples want, but don’t really know how to get there. We can tend to believe a common myth that it should come naturally without any effort, plus it can seem awkward to pray together or pursue spiritual growth. So how can spiritual intimacy be a realistic part of marriage? 

Today we’re talking about tangible ways to grow in spiritual intimacy with your spouse - and what NOT to do. 

We pray this episode is helpful for you and your marriage. 

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Episode highlights include: 

  • Why does spirituality matter in marriage?

  • The common mistakes couples make in spiritual intimacy 

  • Can the wife initiate the conversation about spiritual intimacy, or does the husband need to do that as a spiritual leader? 

  • Practical steps to growing together spiritually 

  • Tips to grow your marriage to become a light and example 

*Music for this podcast is created by Noah Copeland. Check him out here! 

Couples Conversation Guide: 

Main takeaway: The spiritual domain is integral to our health and wellbeing. Sharing it with your spouse is an essential part of intimacy in marriage. 

Questions to Discuss: 

  1. What practices / spiritual disciplines have been most impactful for your personal spiritual growth? 

  2. What is one spiritual practice you would like to share with your spouse? 

QUOTES 

  • “If you’re not able to share about spirituality with your spouse, it diminishes your ability to be intimate and know one another.” - Lindsay Few 

  • “We wish we could have an awesome marriage without trying. But it does take effort.” - Lindsay Few 

  • “When you have an expectation, you’ve got to share it with your spouse. Then they can let you know whether it’s realistic or not.” - Dr. Kim Kimberling 

  • “Most guys feel inadequate to be a spiritual leader. But God will equip you: It’s not rocket science, it’s just being intentional.” - Dr. Kim Kimberling 

  • “Most wives just want to see an intentional effort. It doesn’t have to be anything fancy.” - Dr. Kim Kimberling 

  • “Any time in the Word is better than none.” - Lindsay Few 

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