intimacy and romance
Long distance love
There are many reasons married couples need to live apart temporarily: military duty; long-term missionary work or furloughs; immigration requirements; seasonal occupations; business trips; college or university studies; caring for sick or dying relatives.
Stand on guard
Written by Dr. Gary and Barbara Rosberg
Don’t look now, but there is someone who is dead set against you and your spouse enjoying a happy, fulfilling marriage. No, we’re not talking about your in-laws or an old, jealous boyfriend or girlfriend – we certainly hope these people aren’t against you! We’re talking about someone very hateful, powerful, and devious.
A new kind of submission
Written by Emily Wierenga
Throughout the first few years of my marriage, I took pride in refusing to submit to my husband.
Refusing to submit made me feel strong, invincible, attributes I value as the product of modern-day North America: a society dominated by women fed up of domineering men.
Q&A: Let's talk about sex
Written by Glenn Lutjens
Q: My husband feels frustrated that I don’t want to have sex with him more often. But after a long day at work, I’m usually tired or just not in the mood. I feel guilty and sometimes resent his desire for more sex. Given our differences, is it possible for us to have a satisfying sexual relationship?
In sickness and in health
Written by Elsa Kok Colopy
I used to think marital sacrifice meant picking up dirty socks without complaint or spending an hour in the kitchen to prepare a nice meal.
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