107. God’s Design for Intimacy and Sex in Marriage With Ruth Buezis107. God’s Design for Intimacy and Sex in Marriage With Ruth Buezis
Strong Tower Mental Health with Heidi Mortenson
We hear the myth that if you have more sex it will create more intimacy in your marriage. Or the myth that men want sex more than women. What does God say about this? What if you have a trauma history or had multiple partners or struggled with a porn...
41:10•20 Feb 2023
God's Blueprint for Marital Intimacy: Ruth Buezis on Strong Tower Mental Health
“And so, god, I just pray that you give us greater understanding of our sexuality, greater understanding of what it's about, what it's for, how to embrace our sexuality, how to feel whole in our sexuality, god, how to use our sexuality to love our spouse, how to use our sexuality even, I don't know, as a way to kind of love ourselves, to say: god, you know what you made me, I love all of me, not just certain parts of me.”
What if everything you thought you knew about sex and intimacy in marriage was turned on its head? In this episode of the Strong Tower Mental Health podcast, host Heidi Mortenson sits down with Ruth Buezis, author and teacher, to unravel common misconceptions and explore God's true design for marital intimacy. Ruth, known for her gentle yet insightful approach, delves into sensitive topics like sexual trauma, addiction, and the emotional intricacies of a fulfilling sex life.
She challenges the myths that men always want sex more than women and that more sex automatically means more intimacy. Instead, Ruth highlights the importance of emotional connection and vulnerability as the bedrock of a healthy sexual relationship. This episode isn't just about debunking myths; it's about offering a fresh perspective grounded in spiritual wisdom.
Ruth and Heidi discuss how aligning with God's vision for intimacy can bring about profound healing and deeper connections, even for those with a history of trauma or multiple partners. The conversation is both compassionate and empowering, providing listeners with practical advice and spiritual encouragement to embrace their sexuality as a divine gift.
Whether you're struggling with intimacy issues or simply looking to enrich your marital relationship, this episode offers valuable insights and hope for a more connected and fulfilling partnership.
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