5 Things Couples Get Wrong about Sex
May 27, 2016
Myths About Sex
There is a lot of talk about sex, but some of the conjectures are just plain wrong. Here are a few lies that couples believe about sex. When you stop believing these lies, your sex life will become more mutually satisfying and sizzling. [rsnippet id="3" name="Article-Ad"] 1. Sex is a hot date activity. Sex is more than erotic gymnastics. Sex is not some performance standard to live up to. Sex is a RELATIONSHIP! Sex is a GIFT! Sex is a HOLY COVENANT. In our book, Red Hot Monogamy, we take a look at 5 reasons why God gave sex: Procreation “Be fruitful and increase in number.” (Genesis 1:22) The human race is perpetuated through the sexual union of a male and female. Recreation “And it came to pass, when he had been there a long time, that Abimelech king of the Philistines looked out at a window, and saw, and, behold, Isaac was SPORTING with Rebekah his wife.” (Genesis 26:8 KJV emphasis added) God could have used any word for sex here but it is commonly translated “sporting” giving the idea that sex within marriage is to be enjoyed. Reconnection “Do not deprive each other except by mutual consent and for a time, so that you may devote yourselves to prayer. Then come together again so that Satan will not tempt you because of your lack of self-control.” (1 Corinthians 7:5) Sex is meant to keep couples emotionally, physically and spiritually connected. Rejuvenation RELATED: What Does God Say Is Okay With Sex In Marriage? “Strengthen me with raisins, refresh me with apples, for I am faint with love.” (Song of Solomon 2:5) Sex within marriage is good for our health and emotional wellness. For example, here are three fun facts about how sex improves our physical well-being:- Sex releases endorphins and makes us happier.
- Sex prepares and protects our bodies for future sex. The more we have sex, the better prepared our bodies are for future sex. And in midlife and beyond, sex for a husband can even help protect him from prostate cancer.
- Sex burns calories! According to the calorie counter on the Health Status website, “an hour of sex burns 250 calories, the same amount as an hour of walking... Assuming that one did not make any alterations in his or her diet, by engaging in an hour of sex every day, one would lose a pound every two weeks.” (So walking versus sex—which would you rather do?)
- It’s not the back yard—it is a mountain camping spot. Pop up the tent, and take ONE sleeping bag and snuggle into it together.
- It’s not a backyard charcoal grill—it is a romantic fire pit! Drop the legs of the barbeque a little lower, pull up your lawn chairs, and toast up s’mores while you kiss in the glow of the embers.
- It’s not a garage—it is a drive in movie. Climb into the back seat, put your laptop in the dash and turn on a romantic movie (like ones from 50s “Drive In” days) and steam up those windows!
- It’s not the patio—it is the deck of a cruise ship. Wrap the patio poles in Christmas lights, pop up tiki torches, or float candles in the pool (even the kiddie pool!) Then dance the night away.
- It’s not a walk-in closet—it is the inside of a Bedouin tent! Take sheets and Christmas lights and line the inside of your closet, throw down the sofa cousins and all the pillows and make love Sahara Desert style. (Every time the two of you reach into the closet from this point on you will think of each other!)
Her Husband’s Response To A Lewd Text From The Nanny Will Make Your Day!
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A Prayer for Those Who Accept Christ This Christmas - Your Daily Prayer - December 24
The fact is, all around us, there are many people, for many reasons, who are searching for Christ this Christmas. We may not see the choir of angels around us, but the heavenly host still proclaims Christ’s birth. It occurs all around us.
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A Prayer for Those Who Accept Christ This Christmas - Your Daily Prayer - December 24
The fact is, all around us, there are many people, for many reasons, who are searching for Christ this Christmas. We may not see the choir of angels around us, but the heavenly host still proclaims Christ’s birth. It occurs all around us.
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