How did we come to research sex, and how reliable are the studies out there? In this first of a two-part series, we discuss sex research with licensed psychologist, college professor, and certified Christian sex therapist, Dr. Jessica McCleese.

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From the Bible

The heart of the discerning acquires knowledge, for the ears of the wise seek it out. Proverbs 18:15

The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and instruction. Proverbs 1:7

Resources

• Jessica McCleese, Psy.D. | Regent University
• The Perks and Pitfalls of Sex Research - Hot, Holy & Humorous
• National Survey of Men for For Women Only - Shaunti Feldhahn
• Correlation of Nicolas Cage movies and drowning deaths in US - TylerVigen.com

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This week's quickie is from Bonny Burns is for mothers of young children who feel all touched out.. Follow-up with our webinars and/or stay tuned for more full episodes and quick tips about sex in marriage!

Should you talk to others about your sex life? When? Who? How? We have all hands on deck—Bonny, Chris & J—to tackle that subject.

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From the Bible

The righteous choose their friends carefully, but the way of the wicked leads them astray. Proverbs 12:26

One who has unreliable friends soon comes to ruin, but there is a friend who sticks closer than a brother. Proverbs 18:24

Perfume and incense bring joy to the heart, and the pleasantness of a friend springs from their heartfelt advice. Proverbs 27:9

Resources

• Episode 87: How to Talk to Friends About Sex
• Finding Friends to Support Your Marital Intimacy - Hot, Holy & Humorous
• What Should You Share about Your Sex Life with Friends? - Hot, Holy & Humorous
• Sexual Clarity for Christian Women • Strong Wives

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This week's quickie is from Bonny Burns about the importance of being connected to your own body and how it can lead to authenticity and pleasure. Follow-up with our webinars and/or stay tuned for more full episodes and quick tips about sex in marriage!

For many women, the body feels more like a battleground than a home. Jenn Schmidt of Intimate Covenant joins us to discuss how to make true peace with our bodies.

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From the Bible

So God created mankind in his own image, in the image of God he created them; male and female he created them. Genesis 1:27

Adam and his wife were both naked, and they felt no shame. Genesis 2:25

This is the first and greatest commandment. And the second is like it: 'Love your neighbor as yourself.' All the Law and the Prophets hang on these two commandments." Matthew 22:38-40

Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God. Matthew 5:9

Resources

• Intimate Covenant website
• Intimate Covenant 9th Annual Marriage Retreat
• Body Image Got You Down? | The Forgiven Wife
• Body Image: Why Are We So Hard on Ourselves? - Hot, Holy & Humorous
• 5 Reasons to Embrace the Body You Have - Hot, Holy & Humorous
• Body Awareness • Bonny's Oysterbed7
• Episode 111: Accepting Your Body

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This week's quickie is from Chris Taylor with some ideas on incorporating moments of role playing into your lovemaking. Follow-up with our webinars and/or stay tuned for more full episodes and quick tips about sex in marriage!

This week's quickie is from J. Parker with four more differences between what you see on the screen and what happens in the sheets. Follow-up with our webinars and/or stay tuned for more full episodes and quick tips about sex in marriage!