Stress can follow you into your marriage bed, shaping desire and connection. We unpack how it disrupts intimacy and what to do. Sponsor Aldrich Ministries is passionate about helping couples transform their marriages from surviving to thriving. They offer individual and couples coaching through convenient online video from the comfort of your own home. Regain hope and find healing with the Aldrich Ministries Coaching Network . From the Bible Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situati...
Apr 23, 2026•27 min
This week's quickie is from J Parker with four 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!
Apr 16, 2026•4 min•Ep. 262
What does sex that isn't mostly about orgasm look like? What does it mean to really savor your lovemaking? Slide your chair up to our (bistro) table this week and let's discuss! Sponsor Every Love Intimates has a great Date Night Subscription box and also sells quality lingerie and single-night date boxes. Check them out! From the Bible For your Maker is your husband— the Lord Almighty is his name— the Holy One of Israel is your Redeemer; he is called the God of all the earth. Isaiah 54:5 I will...
Apr 09, 2026•27 min•Ep. 261
This week's quickie is from Bonny Burns with a tip to restore emotional connection and strengthen sexual intimacy. Follow-up with our webinars and/or stay tuned for more full episodes and quick tips about sex in marriage!
Apr 02, 2026•2 min•Ep. 260
With special guest Julie Sibert of Intimacy in Marriage , we tackle listener questions about erectile dysfunction, moving during sex, and feeling semiconscious after orgasm. Sponsor Aldrich Ministries is passionate about helping couples transform their marriages from surviving to thriving. They offer individual and couples coaching through convenient online video from the comfort of your own home. Regain hope and find healing with the Aldrich Ministries Coaching Network . From the Bible I made a...
Mar 26, 2026•25 min•Ep. 259
This week's quickie is from Chris Taylor about dealing with nonsexual baggage that affects your sex life. Follow-up with our webinars and/or stay tuned for more full episodes and quick tips about sex in marriage! Related Posts Check Your Luggage | The Forgiven Wife Unbearable Lessons | The Forgiven Wife...
Mar 19, 2026•4 min•Ep. 258
With Chris, Bonny, and J all here, we address the ways sex can change due to aging, how you can respond, and what younger listeners can do to prepare for age-related changes. Sponsor Every Love Intimates has a great Date Night Subscription box and also sells quality lingerie and single-night date boxes. Check them out! From the Bible Is not wisdom found among the aged? Does not long life bring understanding? Job 12:12 Even to your old age and gray hairs I am he, I am he who will sustain you. I h...
Mar 13, 2026•35 min•Ep. 257
This week's quickie is from J Parker about the benefits of hugging in your marriage. Follow-up with our webinars and/or stay tuned for more full episodes and quick tips about sex in marriage!
Mar 05, 2026•2 min•Ep. 256
With special guest Vicki Tiede , we address a reality for some Christian heterosexual marriages, same-sex arousal or attraction. What does it mean? And what can you do? Sponsors Aldrich Ministries is passionate about helping couples transform their marriages from surviving to thriving. They offer individual and couples coaching through convenient online video from the comfort of your own home. Regain hope and find healing with the Aldrich Ministries Coaching Network . From the Bible So God creat...
Feb 27, 2026•39 min•Ep. 255
This week's quickie is from Bonny Burns about shifting your focus from passion to connection. Follow-up with our webinars and/or stay tuned for more full episodes and quick tips about sex in marriage!
Feb 20, 2026•2 min•Ep. 254
Francie Winslow, of Female by Design , joins us today to talk about why and how you should prioritize kissing in your marriage. Special Request Regent University's Cherish research team invites married adult women to take part in an important study on women's thoughts and feelings around their sexual experience. Participation involves completing a confidential 20-minute online survey. Your privacy will be fully respected and you may choose to opt out at any point; if you choose to participate, m...
Feb 12, 2026•31 min•Ep. 253
This week's quickie is from J Parker with five ways you can let your husband know you enjoy sex. Follow-up with our webinars and/or stay tuned for more full episodes and quick tips about sex in marriage!
Feb 05, 2026•3 min•Ep. 252
Many wives have heard that men think about sex nearly all the time. But do they? We tackle this important question, because it influences what we think about men, sexuality, and challenges in our marriage. Sponsor Through story-centered counseling and coaching for individuals and couples, Aldrich Ministries helps you move beyond surface solutions into real healing and lasting change. Check them out! From the Bible Those who live according to the flesh have their minds set on what the flesh desir...
Jan 29, 2026•30 min•Ep. 251
This week's quickie is from Chris Taylor about what to do when your bedroom is a little boring. Follow-up with our webinars and/or stay tuned for more full episodes and quick tips about sex in marriage! Related post: 5 Ways to Work on Your Sex Life without Having to Add Spice - The Forgiven Wife
Jan 22, 2026•2 min•Ep. 250
We've often said that the Bible has a lot to say about sexuality. But which passages made a big difference in our lives? Bonny, J, and Chris start off the new year discussing Bible verses that helped our sexual growth. Sponsor Every Love Intimates has a great Date Night Subscription box and also sells quality lingerie and single-night date boxes. Check them out! From the Bible 1 Corinthians 13 Or do you not know that wrongdoers will not inherit the kingdom of God? Do not be deceived: Neither the...
Jan 15, 2026•41 min•Ep. 249
This week's quickie is from J. Parker about setting goals for healthy, God-designed sexuality in 2026 and beyond. Follow-up with our webinars and/or stay tuned for more full episodes and quick tips about sex in marriage! Related post: My One Word for 2026 & Other Ways to Set Goals - Hot, Holy & Humorous *** We'd love for you to join our inner circle by supporting us on Patreon . You can contribute to our wonderful ministry while getting some fun perks for yourself! Check it out here: htt...
Jan 09, 2026•2 min•Ep. 248
As usual, we're wrapping up the year with our annual Christmas gift guide. We're joined by friend and supporter Linda Thwing (pronounced twing ) as we share ideas that can deepen your intimacy in four areas: physical, intellectual/creative, emotional, and spiritual. Sponsor Married Dance is a Christian-friendly sex toy store, with a nudity-free, marriage-focused environment; discreet billing and shipping; and fast, free shipping on orders >$100. Save 13% during their Black Friday Sale with co...
Nov 27, 2025•31 min•Ep. 247
This week's quickie is from Bonny Burns with tips on how to de-stress the holidays for your own sake and for your marriage. Follow-up with our webinars and/or stay tuned for more full episodes and quick tips about sex in marriage! _____ We'd love for you to join our inner circle by supporting us on Patreon . You can contribute to our wonderful ministry while getting some fun perks for yourself! Check it out here: https://patreon.com/ForChristianWives Please also check out our website and webinar...
Nov 20, 2025•3 min•Ep. 246
Today, we're tackling some tough listener questions. We're joined by Tara Buchanan, good friend and cohost of the Behind Our Smiles podcast. Sponsor It's here! Order the Sexual Desire Differences Masterclass and get the video, a resource list, and an invitation to participate in tonight's (Thursday, November 13, 2025) Live Q&A session with Bonny and J at 7:00pm eastern! Masterclass: Sexual Desire Differences - Sex Chat for Christian Wives . From the Bible The mandrakes send out their fragran...
Nov 13, 2025•33 min•Ep. 245
What a treat today! Gaye Christmus, our former cohost, shares five practical ways to feel more sensual. Be sure to check out her Healthy Life Toolbox website and shop. ________ We'd love for you to join our inner circle by supporting us on Patreon . You can contribute to our wonderful ministry while getting some fun perks for yourself! Check it out here: https://patreon.com/ForChristianWives Please also check out our website and webinars at forchristianwives.com . And visit our individual minist...
Nov 06, 2025•5 min•Ep. 244
Today, we're highlighting one of our favorite episodes ever! Featuring the OG gang, we address that sex is for wives too and how to embrace it! Sponsor Mismatched desire in your marriage? Let's talk about what it means, why it happens, and how to grow closer through it. Sign up for our new masterclass on Sexual Desire Differences today! From the Bible Daughters of Jerusalem, I charge you— if you find my beloved, what will you tell him? Tell him I am faint with love. Song of Songs 5:18 Come, my b...
Oct 31, 2025•32 min•Ep. 243
This week's quickie is from J. Parker about how to kiss more often in your marriage and improve the experience! Resources Why Kissing Matters in Marriage - Hot, Holy & Humorous 5 Kisses You Need to Master - Hot, Holy & Humorous _____ We'd love for you to join our inner circle by supporting us on Patreon . You can contribute to our wonderful ministry while getting some fun perks for yourself! Check it out here: https://patreon.com/ForChristianWives Please also check out our website and we...
Oct 23, 2025•2 min•Ep. 242
Today we're diving into how our personal stories shape our sexuality and our experiences with sex. Joining Bonny and J for this important conversation is Kate Aldrich , a marriage coach and mentor with an emphasis on Story Work. Sponsor Want to advertise with us? We're specifically looking for women-owned businesses who'd like to get the word out to our many listeners. You can find out more HERE . From the Bible For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother's womb. I praise ...
Oct 16, 2025•41 min•Ep. 241
This week's quickie is from J. Parker about the benefits of kissing to both you and your marriage. _____ We'd love for you to join our inner circle by supporting us on Patreon . You can contribute to our wonderful ministry while getting some fun perks for yourself! Check it out here: https://patreon.com/ForChristianWives Please also check out our website and webinars at forchristianwives.com . And visit our individual ministry pages for more resources as well: Strong Wives - Bonny Burns Honeycom...
Oct 09, 2025•2 min•Ep. 240
Jess Seitz, occupational therapist and vaginismus recovery specialist, of Pain-Free Intimacy joins us to talk about how wives can address sexual pain they currently have or may have in the future. Sponsor Better Help can match you to the right therapist for you. Get 10% off your first month with our discount code. Just head to https://betterhelp.com/4CW . From the Bible Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, who comforts us ...
Oct 02, 2025•42 min•Ep. 239
This week's quickie is from J. Parker about how to start praying about the sexual intimacy in your marriage. Follow-up with our webinars and/or stay tuned for more full episodes and quick tips about sex in marriage! _________ Thanks for joining us at the virtual kitchen table for another great chat! We'd love for you to join our inner circle by supporting us on Patreon . You can contribute to our wonderful ministry while getting some fun perks for yourself! Check it out here: https://patreon.com...
Sep 11, 2025•3 min•Ep. 238
With J out, Chris and Bonny tackle what they wish they'd known about their own sexuality long ago. Learn from their hard-earned insights! Sponsor Get matched the right therapist for you wish Better Help ! And with our special link, get 10% off your first month. From the Bible The heart of the discerning acquires knowledge, for the ears of the wise seek it out. Proverbs 18:15 Resources What I Wish He Knew . . . | The Forgiven Wife Episode 195: Explaining Women's Sexual Response Episode 175: Seaso...
Sep 04, 2025•21 min•Ep. 237
This week's quickie is from J Parker about The Golden Trio (hint: it's about helping women have orgasms, or better orgasms!) Here are a couple additional resources for you: Its Choicest Fruits | The Forgiven Wife Of Garden, Fragrance, and Fruit | The Forgiven Wife Follow-up with our webinars and/or stay tuned for more full episodes and quick tips about sex in marriage! You can support this podcast by joining us on Patreon ....
Aug 22, 2025•3 min•Ep. 236
Tara Buchanan of the Behind Our Smiles marriage podcast joins us to talk about the impact of childhood trauma—big T and little t—on sex in marriage and how to help your husband heal. Sponsor Better Help can help you connect with the right therapist. Use our special link and get 10% off your first month: https://www.betterhelp.com/4cw From the Bible The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit. Psalm 34:18 Though my father and mother forsake me, the Lord will r...
Aug 09, 2025•44 min•Ep. 235
We've had some unexpected challenges! Take a listen. PREORDER THE MASTERCLASS HERE ! Only $25. From the Bible We can make our plans, but the Lord determines our steps. Proverbs 16:9 (NLT) Thanks for joining us at the virtual kitchen table for another great chat! We'd love for you to join our inner circle by supporting us on Patreon . You can contribute to our wonderful ministry while getting some fun perks for yourself! Check it out here: https://patreon.com/ForChristianWives If you could, leave...
Aug 06, 2025•3 min
