MARRIAGE AND SEX.

Marriage isn’t the end of romance — it’s where intimacy gets to grow deeper roots. Great sex in marriage isn’t about luck; it’s about communication, curiosity, and choosing each other again and again. Keep talking, keep touching, keep learning each other. #MarriageGoals #IntimacyMatters #LoveAndConnection.

INTRODUCTION.

Marriage is the only holy institution where God permits separation and unity  at the same time. It has been a cornerstone of human society for centuries, requiring separation from parents and unity between two different individuals. Marriage is God’s mysterious or unmathematical addition of one plus one to form one flesh where husband and wife cleave together, naked and without shame.  It is important to remember that the foundation of a Godly and legal marriage, between a Man and a Woman is love, that brings to the fore the elements of trust, friendship and commitment. Marriage is a journey of growth, discovery and evolution, where two people of diverse backgrounds come together to build a life-long  joy, laughter and adventure. It is a beautiful, lovely and complex institution that unites families, tolerating cultures and races.

Beyond the ceremony, beyond the vows, beyond the beautiful pictures, marriage is rooted in a lifelong friendship motivated by love. Many couples began as friends. They talked for hours. They laughed easily. They shared dreams openly. But somewhere along the journey of responsibilities –  work, children, finances, extended family and other unforeseen circumstances – the friendship quietly dims. Some couples live less than the truth that lovely friendship is the glue that sustains “Till death do us apart.”  In simple terms, do not rush into marriage without a carefully built genuine friendship.

Remember, romance is necessary. Attraction or beauty is important. But a Godly friendship that produce and retain a couple is foundational.

Ideally, your spouse should be:

Your safe space.

Your reliable friend.

Your trusted confidant.

Your greatest encourager.

Your honest mirror.

Your prayer partner.

When friendship is strong, misunderstandings are easier to resolve and forgive. When friendship is alive and functioning, respect naturally flows.

Couples should:

Allow ample time for each other intentionally.

Often laugh together.

Talk beyond bills and responsibilities.

Celebrate small wins.

Learn and bear each other continuously because man, subject to situations, evolve uncontrollably.

Do not allow familiarity to breed neglect and disrespect. However, if you are a man or woman who do not take or ignore nonsense, or is not ready to disagree severally to agree without grudges; then you have no business in marriage. Disagreement in this God-ordained matrimony, portrays the sweet aspect of human weakness or failure as a result of diversities which God alone dissolves along the years in marriage.

BENEFITS OF MARRIAGE.   

Marriage benefits individuals, families and society as a whole. Some of the most significant advantages of marriage include:

Emotional Support: Marriage provides a sense of security and stability, allowing partners to feel supported, cared for and loved.

Financial Stability: Married couples can share financial responsibilities, making it easier to manage expenses and achieve long-term financial goals.

Social Benefits: Marriage can expand social connections. It provides opportunities to build new relationships and strengthen existing ones among the families and relations of the couples.

Physical Health: Studies have shown that married individuals tend to have better physical health, including lower blood pressure and healthier weight.

MARRIAGE CHALLENGES.

Marriage offers incredibly rewarding experiences, but there are challenges. Some of the most common difficulties faced by married couples include:

Communication Breakdown: Poor communication can lead to misunderstandings, resentment and conflict.

Financial Stress: Managing finances can be a significant source of tension in marriage.

Intimacy Issues: Changes in libido, intimacy and emotional connection can strain a marriage.

Parenting Disagreements: Raising children can bring new challenges to a marriage. There may arise disagreements over parenting styles and discipline. Do not allow children who are visitors to divide, distract or disslove your marriage.

PILLARS OF MARRIAGE.

Every marriage is unique and must not be compared with or measured on the strength or weakness of other couples. There are certain principles that can promote building of strong and lasting union. Some of the key elements include:

Love and Obedience: The initiator of marriage even God Almighty commands every responsible husband to love his wife and every responsible wife to obey her own husband. God says; So ought men to love their wives as their own bodies. He that loveth his wife loveth himself; and the wife see that she reverence her husband, submitting to and obeying him. Love and obedience or submission stand as the chief of the key elements in any Godly marriage.

Effective Communication: Open, honest and respectful communication is essential for building trust and resolving conflicts to the shame of diverse enemies.

Experiment and Appreciation: Try new things, explore new positions and experiment with different forms of intimacy. Married couples should regularly appreciate and show affection to their partners through small gestures, surprise gifts and romantic gestures.

Emotional Intelligence: Developing emotional intelligence can help partners better understand each other’s needs, desires and emotions.

Mutual Respect: Treating each other with kindness, respect and empathy is vital for maintaining a healthy and fulfilling marriage.

Shared Values and Goals: Sharing common values, goals and aspirations can foster a sense of unity and purpose in marriage. It is good and suspicion-free when couples share joint or mandate bank account.

IMPORTANCE OF SEX IN MARRIAGE.

Sex is a fundamental aspect of human relationships, playing a pivotal role in marriage. A healthy and fulfilling sex life between a husband(man) and wife(woman) is essential for building and maintaining a happy, strong and loving relationship in marriage.

Sex has numerous physical and emotional benefits for couples. Some of these benefits include:

Stress Relief: Sex is a natural anti-stress and can help reduce diverse anxiety and tension in matrimony. There is no record of couples fighting and calling themselves regrettable names while in romance or during sex. Sex offers this bedroom atmosphere of zero anxiety and tension. Couples who always and carefully maintain the atmosphere witnessed during sex cannot contemplate divorce that is rampant nowadays.

Do you know that it is during sexual intercourse that couples remember to call themselves sweet names and use appellations that are not common outside the bedroom. Ohoo, you are very sweet, sumptuous and incomparable. I am glad you belong to me and me alone. I am happy I did not make a mistake in making the right choice of marrying you, my most beautiful babe and lovely wife. I love you, my sweetie, my man and my king.  These are very few among many accolades you know that fly to and fro between couples during intercourse foreplay or the very act. At the atmosphere before or during sex, couples have zero stress from anxiety or tension that can culminate into separation or divorce which God, the initiator of marriage hates.

Improves Sleep: Experience shows that sex helps improve sleep quality and duration being a nerve-calming and needful exercise.

Boosts Immune System: Sex can help boost the immune system and reduce the risk of illnesses associated with promiscuity.

Increases Intimacy and Emotional Bonding: Sex can help increase emotional intimacy and closeness in a marriage, manifesting the reality of nakedness that God speaks about in marriage. Sex releases oxytocin, a ‘love hormone’ that promotes feelings of attachment, trust and bonding.

Promotes Communication and Conflict Resolution: Sex can help promote and improve communication and conflict resolution which are essential for building strong and lasting partnership in a marriage.

Fosters Trust and Intimacy: Sex helps to build trust and intimacy in marriage. Regular sex fosters a sense of closeness and togetherness. These relationship ingredients are essential for a healthy, enduring and fulfilling partnership.

CHALLENGES IN SEX LIFE OF COUPLES.

Sex is very important, but many couples face challenges in their sex life. Some common challenges and solutions include:

Lack of Communication: Communication is key to memorable and healthy sex life. Couples should make time to talk about their desires, needs, concerns and sexual appetite. Husbands should not allow only their wives to initiate talk or romance for sex. Also wives should be free to start the talk or romance toward sex with their husbands.  

Busy Schedules: With busy schedules, it can be challenging to find time for sex. Couples should prioritize their sex life and make time or arrange a vacation or picnic for themselves. There should be time for regular date nights, romantic getaways and other activities.

Intimacy Issues: Intimacy issues can arise due to various reasons such as trauma, anxiety or depression. Couples should seek professional intervention to address these issues as quickly as possible so as to avoid preventable distractions.

CONCLUSION.

If friendship is weak or insincere before marriage, pressure and challenges will expose it after marriage. A prosperous marriage is not built only on chemistry; it is sustained by friendly companionship. Friendship requires maintenance. You cannot water a plant once and expect it to flourish forever. Send thoughtfully captivating  messages. Appreciate openly. Show kindness deliberately. Surprise each other occasionally.  Always share ideas and pray together.

The statement “Till death do us apart” becomes a functional strength when the journey is shared with a friend, not just a spouse. Marriage is sweeter when you marry your friend and continue to remain friends, with full understanding that marriage is a covenant of commitment. Nurture the friendship. Protect the bond. Grow together. That is how peace triumphs. That is how love and obedience or submission mature. That is how commitment endures. That is how endurance becomes strength and overcomes odds.

Sex is a vital aspect of marriage, and it plays a crucial role in building and maintaining a strong and loving relationship. It offers numerous physical and emotional benefits. Sex helps to build emotional bonding, foster trust and intimacy, and promote communication and conflict resolution. By prioritizing their sex life, communicating openly and honestly, and seeking professional help when needed, couples can build a healthy and fulfilling sex life. A fulfilling sex life strengthens relationship and togetherness, especially in understanding and living the God’s reasons for instituting marriage. Essentially, commitment to Godly marriage and quality sex can help reduce the rate of separation or full divorce with its bad consequences on marriage product – children.

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