Do you feel like you can’t live up to what your spouse expects from you in the bedroom? Or do you feel you’re not getting everything you think you should get from your spouse?
Dr. Sara Rosenquist joins us to discuss how our culture’s emphasis on sex can give us unrealistic expectations and put a strain on relationships, and gives advice on how couples can find satisfaction with each other – even if they aren’t in a hyper-sexual Hollywood romance.
Sara is a clinical psychologist with a private practice in Chapel Hill and Cary, NC, where she focuses on reproductive issues and sex therapy. You can find out more by visiting her website, DrSara.com, where she has some great articles and free resources available.
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Has your sex life become so dissatisfying that you feel restless with your marriage, or even resentful of your spouse?
Marnia Robinson joins us to take a look at the science behind why steamy romance is destined to fade, what that means for the future of marriage, as well as to share some of her 31 tips for reengaging sexually with your spouse and using your biological instincts to rekindle passion.
Marnia is the author of Cupid’s Poisoned Arrow: From Habit to Harmony in Sexual Realationships, in which she challenges conventional approaches toward intimacy in relationships and examines the biological and neurological forces that shape our sexual desires. You can order the book from Amazon.com here, and find out more about Marnia and her research at her website, Reuniting.info
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Creating A More Intimate Marriage
A Small Group Study
God created sexuality to reveal Himself and the value He places on intimate relationships. Learning how God uses this metaphor will enhance the long-term relationship of covenant marriage. In this 10-week study, led by Dr. Debbie Neel and Rev. Bob Stancil, married couples will gain biblical and practical insights about healthy sexual intimacy and learn ways of enhancing their love life.
In a safe and respectful environment, this study for couples will be based on the book A Celebration of Sex by Dr. Doug Rosenau with the accompanying Guidebook. Doug was the speaker at our 2005 conference on Sexual Intimacy God’s Way. Debbie Neel, who works closely with Doug and was instrumental in writing the Guidebook, is a licensed psychologist and certified Christian sex therapist. Bob, as a pastoral counselor, also provides leadership to various aspects of the Providence marriage ministry.
The group will meet on Wednesdays beginning January 6 in Room 637 from 6:30 to 8:30 PM. A charge of $40 per couple will cover the various books and study materials. For information, call Bob Stancil (919-326-3000). Register online at www.pray.org/marriage. Limited space. Childcare is available by reservation: www.pray.org/sonstation
General Study Topics:
Increasing our knowledge about sexuality:
- A Biblical Perspective of Sexuality
- Essentials for an Intimate Marriage
- Uniquely Male and Female & Sexual Myths
Enhancing our pleasure:
- Lovemaking Cycle
- Emotional Pleasure & Romance
- Desire & Frequency
- Physical Enjoyment & Mutuality
Creating passionate intimacy:
- Making Love to Your Wife
- Making Love to Your Husband
- Affair-Proofing Your Marriage
