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89-Intimacy & Grief with Penny A. Bragg

PII: All of us face severe challenges in this life. And we all will (if we haven’t already) experience grief. God does give the grace to receive comfort through our marriages in the times we need it most. But it isn’t automatic and it needs to be fostered intentionally. This is the second half of my interview with Penny and she shares very practical step by step instructions on how to grow in your emotional intimacy together. She also shares what sexual intimacy is like during grief and how to help yourself and your spouse in the midst of that. All the links, resources, and show notes available at: delightyourmarriage.com/89 Check out Part I at delightyourmarriage.com/88

Mar 22, 201636 min

88-Divorce, Grief, Suicide, & Grace with Penny Bragg

Though none of us are promised tomorrow, there is so much pain in loss. And when we or someone we love goes through grief it can be so hard to know how to relate. 85% of marriages break apart because of some kind of trauma. Today we hear from Penny who bravely shares her experiences that have helped her to minister to so many hurting, because of what she went through. I encourage you to listen to hear how healing and grace can be part of your story of grief. All the links, resources, and show notes available at: delightyourmarriage.com/88

Mar 15, 201655 min

87-Focus On The Good with Heather Viets

We live in a comparison culture, but that is not what God calls us to do in marriage. You have your spouse. Heather talks about discovering who her husband truly is through intentional effort. And discovering who she is and how they tick together as a unit. We all have to refocus our energy on the gifts we received in her husband. Find out how. All the links, resources, and show notes available at: delightyourmarriage.com/87 Check out Part I at delightyourmarriage.com/86

Mar 8, 201648 min

86-Contentment While Dreams Are Delayed with Heather Viets

Have you had a desire or a dream that has been delayed? It’s amazing what God wants to do in the times when we’re waiting and the seasons that we don’t have what we’ve set out for. Heather shares the difficulty of her dreams being unattainable right now. The vision for her life is still in her heart but hasn’t happened yet. She shares about a trap we can all get in when we’re discontent and comparing our lives to others. And God wants us to be walking with purpose and contentment in the seasons where we aren’t “there” yet. Listen in and find out how. Find out more about Heather and their ministry at preengaged.com Click this special link to get a free course “Beyond "You'll Just Know": 7 Indicators You May Have Found the One!” All the links, resources, and show notes available at: delightyourmarriage.com/86

Mar 1, 201640 min

85-Face The Difficulties with Melanie Lloyd

It’s so easy to run away from the hard topics. It’s easy to hide and guard ourselves from our spouses even in intimacy. Melanie shares how God changed her marriage to be one that works through the difficult times and is grateful for how He changes her through them. Sex is vital in the process of growing unified as a spouse and we dive into how to grow in that unity. Listen in to be encouraged regardless of where you are with your marriage, God wants to grow you and your spouse towards Him and towards each other. All the links, resources, and show notes available at: delightyourmarriage.com/85 Check out Part I at delightyourmarriage.com/84

Feb 23, 201642 min

84-Journey To Sexual Freedom with Melanie Lloyd

From a wife who saw sex as a chore to a woman who feels free and enjoys frequent intimacy in her marriage. How did she get there? Well, it didn’t happen overnight, but Melanie was able to come to place where her past didn’t define her marriage anymore. And she was shocked to find God wanted her to find freedom in a place she had never known. Listen in to discover how God transformed her heart and made her sexually free. All the links, resources, and show notes available at: delightyourmarriage.com/84

Feb 16, 201642 min

83-Stand For Your Marriage with Amanda Taylor

What does marriage look like after hearing that he doesn’t love you? Well, Amanda’s story will inspire, convict and encourage you to stand with God as you fight for your marriage. How do you do that? It might not be easy, but she wouldn’t trade it for anything. Listen in to hear how God transformed her heart and what her marriage looks like as a result. Become one that stands for what God wants for you. This is Part II of my interview with Amanda Taylor of mendourmarriage.com. Listen to Part I (Episode 82) or delightyourmarriage.com/82 All the links, resources, and show notes available at: delightyourmarriage.com/83

Feb 9, 201630 min

82-"I Don't Love You Anymore" with Amanda Taylor

Amanda sat at the table in disbelief as her husband said the words she never thought she’d hear. He shared that he was no longer in love with her. “This is the man I had trusted with everything. I never once doubted his loyalty.” But through this horror, God surprised her and changed her and her marriage in ways she never would have expected. All the links, resources, and show notes available at: delightyourmarriage.com/82

Feb 2, 201637 min

81-Learning From The Best with Keelie Reason

Hi there! Belah here. Today is Part II of my interview with Keelie Reason of lovehopeadventure.com. Keelie shares how important it is to have mentors in your life and surrounding your marriage to help guide you. When you’re intentional about your friendships they can mean the world to your marital health. Listen in as Keelie shares about her keys to marital success and how important it was watching and learning from her own parents doing marriage everyday. All the links, resources, and show notes available at: delightyourmarriage.com/81 Check out Part I at delightyourmarriage.com/80

Jan 26, 201636 min

80-When The Pressure's On, Be A Team with Keelie Reason

Hi there! Belah here. Today, I have with me Keelie Reason with lovehopeadventure.com. Have you had those times in your marriage where you feel kind of stuck? Maybe its because of external circumstances, but it just doesn’t seem to be working like it used to. Well, Keelie shares about a season in her life that caused her to have to figure out who she is and stop relying on her husband’s career for her identity. Find out how they moved through the most difficult season of their marriage and what she learned through it. All the links, resources, and show notes available at: delightyourmarriage.com/80

Jan 19, 201633 min

79-Communicating To A Better Connection with Larry Hagner

Hi there! Belah here. Today is Part II of my interview with Larry Hagner of gooddadproject.com. After Larry shared such a moving story in his Part I, he shares why his marriage is strong in the midst of challenges. Communication is the foundation of a healthy marriage: communication with God and each other. But communication is more of a skill, but it isn’t hard. It just requires action and Larry walks us through how to do it. All the links, resources, and show notes available at:delightyourmarriage.com/79 Check out Part I at delightyourmarriage.com/78

Jan 12, 201640 min

78-Loving Through Miscarriage with Larry Hagner

Hi there! Belah here. Today, I have with me Larry Hagner with gooddadproject.com. Larry has a heart for fatherhood and he knows how important his marriage is as the foundation of his family. Larry shares a very personal story about his family. When he and his wife were pregnant with their fourth child they found out some distressing news about their child. This launched the two into very challenging next weeks onto what to do for their baby. Larry shares what he learned and how God has been faithful throughout. All the links, resources, and show notes available at: delightyourmarriage.com/78

Jan 5, 201632 min

77-What About When He's Not Interested with Dr. Corey Allen

Hi there! Belah here. Today, I have with me Dr. Corey Allen to talk about a difficult issue that is happening in at least 25% of marriages. Dr. Allen talks about the medical and mental obstacles that men may need to move past in order to have a healthy and enjoyable sex life. He gives practical ideas on how to boost intimacy with your husband of any drive. I also share a little inspirational Christmas & New Years message & update for you at the end. All the links, resources, and show notes available at: delightyourmarriage.com/77 Check out Delight Your Husband: The Christian wife’s manual to passion, confidence & oral sex by Belah Rose gum.co/dyhbook get 25% off from now til Christmas, use the code “christmas” gum.co/dyhbook

Dec 22, 201553 min

76-Rely On God For Your Marriage with Juana Mikels

Hi there! Belah here. Today, I have with me Juana Mikels of choosinghim.com. Juana shares in Part I the very difficult beginning to her marriage. But she shares in this episode that things in her marriage still require her to rely on God. She says she depends on God's grace in her husband to be the leader of her family. Listen in as she shares insights around what keeps her trusting God and allowing Him to use her even while feeling faithless...God is faithful. Check out Part I at delightyourmarriage.com/75

Dec 15, 201522 min

75-You Have This Man with Juana Mikels

Hi there! Belah here. Today, I have with me Juana Mikels of choosinghim.com. Juana is a wife and mother of 4; her youngest daughter was born blind. She shares about her marriage that almost fell apart. Neither were believers when they married. It’s an incredible story of how they were separated for a long time and what God did to bring them back together. Juana encourages us to honor and cherish the man He has given us. For all the shownotes visit us: delightyourmarriage.com/75

Dec 8, 201544 min

74-Redeeming The Brokenness with Tony Ingrassia

Hi there! Belah here. Today, I have with me Tony Ingrassia of powerofpurity.org. Tony had an incredibly challenging childhood and first years of marriage. You can hear in Part I the pain his wife and he endured. Now you can hear what happened through God’s grace to their marriage. What principle things God has taught Tony along the way. All the links, resources, and show notes available at:delightyourmarriage.com/74 Check out Part I at delightyourmarriage.com/73

Dec 1, 201533 min

73-Understanding Your Sexual Story with Tony Ingrassia

Hi there! Belah here. Today, I have with me Tony Ingrassia of powerofpurity.org. Tony is incredibly brave to share his story. He describes the importance of understanding your sexual journey and how it affects who you are today. He happened upon his father’s pornography as a kid, was abused as a young man which led into adulterous affairs when he was unhappily married. Tony shares the hope found in our saviour and how God can take the horrible parts of our lives and resurrect into new life. All the links, resources, and show notes available at: http://delightyourmarriage.com/73

Nov 24, 201548 min

72-Become More Engaged In Love Making with Jay Dee

Hi there! Belah here. Today, I have with me Jay Dee of sexwithinmarriage.com. It’s so easy to slip into a habit of ho-hum intimacy. But Jay says you’re robbing yourself and your husband of the wonderful experience sex is meant to be. He talks about how to become more engaged as a wife and why being engaged is even important. How can a man speak to this? Well, he answers that too! This is a journey but there are plenty of keys here to get started. All the links, resources, and show notes available at: http://delightyourmarriage.com/72 Get "Becoming More Sexually Engaged for Christian Wives" by going to delightyourmarriage.com/72 and receive a significant discount for a limited time! Join our joint webinar coming up: delightyourmarriage.com/webinar

Nov 17, 201537 min

71-Stop Trying So Hard and Just Enjoy Intimacy with Kay Bruner

Hi there! Belah here. Today is Part II of my interview with Kay Bruner of kaybruner.com. On this episode, she talks about how her marriage looks like now. She reminds us to stop trying so hard and to just let go. Kay also shares how she stopped worrying about every single thing and tells us that God is always there for us; He will never forsake us. Kay also shares about the time when she wasn’t that open to the blessings of God, thinking that she can handle everything on her own. But the truth is, we all need his grace. We just have to be more gracious toward Him. All the links, resources, and show notes available at: http://delightyourmarriage.com/71 Check out Part I at delightyourmarriage.com/70

Nov 10, 201522 min

70-Learning God Delights In You with Kay Bruner

Hi there! Belah here. Today, I have with me Kay Bruner of kaybruner.com. Kay was a former missionary and had been to other parts of the world, sharing the Word of God. On this episode, Kay tells us about the struggles she and her husband went through in their relationship. She talks openly about her husband’s past porn addiction and how she felt devastated when she learned of this. She became severely depressed and anxious, to the point that she couldn’t move! Kay also shares about what it was like to transition back into the United States, with no church. She has an amazing story to tell, and I do urge you to listen to this interview, as I’m sure it will touch your heart. All the links, resources, and show notes available at: http://delightyourmarriage.com/70

Nov 3, 201538 min

69-Sex. How Much Is Enough? with Belah Rose

Hi there! Belah here. Today, I'm doing a solo show and I'll be talking about sex, as we often do. How much sex is enough? On this episode, I talk about the purpose of sex, the difference in perception of sex in men and women, and how to care for your spouse's desires. I also share about the effects of the absence of sex in my own life due to some recent medical issues, which made me realize how sexual intimacy is a deeper, more emotional experience for our husbands. Sign up for my upcoming FREE webinar Specifics of Amazing Peni: Master the Four Stages and the Mindset for an Amazing Experience by going to www.delightyourmarriage.com/webinar

Oct 27, 201527 min

68-Intimacy After Heartbreak with Jen Ferguson

Hi there! Belah here. Today is Part II of my interview with J Parker of solideogloriasisterhood.com. This time, Jen tells us how her marriage looks like today, after all the struggles, after all the pain and suffering. She talks about moving on to create a happier life, knowing that there is something good at the end. Jen shares that marriage requires teamwork, and that it should always be the two of you. Also, don’t miss her intimacy tips! All the links, resources, and show notes available at: http://delightyourmarriage.com/68 Check out Part I at delightyourmarriage.com/67 Check out my video series How To Spice Up The Bedroom!

Oct 20, 201529 min

67-Fixing a Porn Addiction with Jen Ferguson

Hi there! Belah here. Today, I have with me Jen Ferguson of solideogloriasisterhood.com. On this episode, she talks about how porn created friction between her and her husband and made her doubt herself. Jen also discussed how she tried very hard to manipulate and control everything, but she learned to let go later on. And because she had loosened up, she was able to help fix her husband’s porn addiction because she understood more, because she took a step back and saw the entire picture. Together, Jen and her husband fought against porn addiction and for their marriage. All the links, resources, and show notes available at: http://delightyourmarriage.com/67 Get my video series: How To Spice Up The Bedroom!

Oct 13, 201533 min

65-Awaken Love Within You with J Parker

Hi there! Belah here. Today is Part II of my interview with J Parker of hotholyhumorous.com. On this episode, she talks more about opening up oneself to intimacy. She tells us to awaken love within us, so that we may be able to enjoy sex more. J also gives out tips on how to increase pleasure during sex. She stresses the importance of speaking up and asking for what you want and need during lovemaking, but that’s just the beginning of her sizzling advice! All the links, resources, and show notes available at: http://delightyourmarriage.com/65 Check out Part I at delightyourmarriage.com/064 Check out my video series How To Spice Up The Bedroom!

Sep 22, 201529 min

64-How to Enjoy Sex More with J Parker

Hi there! Belah here. Today, I have with me J Parker of hotholyhumorous.com. She was one of my very first guests here on the Delight Your Marriage podcast, and I am so glad that she is back for another episode. J emphasizes the importance of sex and tells us why it is something that we should all be enjoying in our marriage. She gives us tips and advice, from prepping your mind to setting the mood for intimacy. It’s a fantastic episode, you’ll definitely learn a lot! So listen in and be inspired. All the links, resources, and show notes available at: http://delightyourmarriage.com/064 Get my video series: How To Spice Up The Bedroom!

Sep 15, 201527 min

63-He Wants You To Want Him with Sara

Hi there! Belah here. Today is Part II of my interview with Sara, a DYM listener. On this episode, she shares valuable tips and advice about how to treat your husband, about intimacy, and about prayer. Sara emphasizes on respect and how changing her attitude has driven her and her husband to become best friends. She also stresses the importance of being present in the bedroom, of actually desiring to be with your husband, to want to fulfill his desires. Don’t miss her insights about oral sex and her tips for intimacy. Hint: It has something to do with Cadillacs and coconut oil! Curious? Listen in! All the links, resources, and show notes available at: http://delightyourmarriage.com/63 Check out Part I at delightyourmarriage.com/62 Receive a 3-Part Video Series from me, Belah, called How To Spice Up The Bedroom to delightyourmarriage.com/video Special announcement: No DYM podcast next week so you can enjoy the video series!

Sep 3, 201536 min

62-What Does It Mean To Respect Him with Sara

Hi there! Belah here. Today, I have with me Sara. She is a Delight Your Marriage podcast listener, and she reached out to me to share to everyone, to all you listeners, her marital journey. She has gone through ups and downs; she has felt pain and overcome it as well. Sara talks about how she realized that by showing respect to her husband, she ultimately turned their marriage around and saving it. Listen in as Sara tells us what it means to respect your spouse, and how it can greatly affect your relationship. All the links, resources, and show notes available at: http://delightyourmarriage.com/62 Through research and study, I've discovered the secrets I wish someone told me years ago! Receive my free gift: "The 4 Stages To His Best Oral Orgasm" by going to delightyourmarriage.com/4stages

Sep 1, 201522 min

61-Make Sex All About You with Laura Doyle

Hi there! Belah here. Today is Part II of my interview with Laura Doyle of lauradoyle.org. On this episode, she gives us a picture of how her marriage looks like now, after letting go of the fear and learning from her own mistakes. Laura talks specifically about makings sex about you---say what you want to get what you want for pleasure. And she tells us that if words seems to be awkward in the bedroom, then whisper to your husband somewhere else and make him paint a picture of your intimacy in his head. It's a total win-win! All the links, resources, and show notes available at: http://delightyourmarriage.com/61 Check out Part I at delightyourmarriage.com/60 Through research and study, I've discovered the secrets I wish someone told me years ago! Receive my free gift: "The 4 Stages To His Best Oral Orgasm" by going to delightyourmarriage.com/4stages

Aug 27, 201527 min

60-The Pleasure Filled Life with Laura Doyle

Hi there! Belah here. Today, I have with me Laura Doyle of the surrenderedwife.com. Laura is an amazing wife who has gone through a lot of lessons in her married life; lessons which taught her to be strong and steadfast, all done with faith in the Lord. On this episode, she talks about the beginning stages of her marriage and how she realized that she had been doing it wrong. Laura shares to us how important it is to let go and just be more aware of the relationship, to not be afraid to speak up, and to focus on a pleasurable and more passionate intimate marriage. She tells us about how her being controlling drove her husband to become distant, and that once she decided to stop complaining and started working on her flaws, she eventually enjoyed the fruits of a delightful and pleasure-filled marriage. All the links, resources, and show notes available at: http://delightyourmarriage.com/60 Through research and study, I've discovered the secrets I wish someone told me years ago! Receive my free gift: "The 4 Stages To His Best Oral Orgasm" by going to delightyourmarriage.com/4stages

Aug 25, 201531 min

59-Make Margin For Your Passion with Gaye Christmus

Hi there! Belah here. Today is Part II of my interview with Gaye Christmus of calmhealthysexy.com. On this episode, she digs deeper into why relationships tend to turn stale whenever the hustle and bustle of childrearing and work and all those things that keep us busy, die down. She emphasizes on making time, freeing up your calendar for things like going on date nights with your husband and basically just talking and engaging with each other. Gaye tells us not to be afraid of taking things slow. Deal with things, talk openly about sex, be more intentional in your commitment as a spouse---these are the key points on this interview that you would not want to miss! All the links, resources, and show notes available at: http://delightyourmarriage.com/59 Check out Part I at delightyourmarriage.com/58 Through research and study, I've discovered the secrets I wish someone told me years ago! Receive my free gift: "The 4 Stages To His Best Oral Orgasm" by going to delightyourmarriage.com/4stages

Aug 20, 201538 min

58-The Difference Between A Husband And Wife's Sexual Response with Gaye Christmus

Hi there! Belah here. Today, I have with me Gaye Christmus of calmhealthysexy.com. This episode is such a refreshing and eye-opening conversation between Gaye and I about the differences in perception of sex and sexual responses among men and women. She helps us understand the process, which she had to go through herself, of learning that culture’s dictation of sex is from a male’s perspective. She also is firm in her belief that if we only let God lead us and if we are willing to follow, He will bring us to where we ought to be. Listen in and join us as Gaye also gives out helpful advice on how to work difficult things out in your marriage. We can get through it; it’s part of God’s plan! All the links, resources, and show notes available at: http://delightyourmarriage.com/58 Through research and study, I've discovered the secrets I wish someone told me years ago! Receive my free gift: "The 4 Stages To His Best Oral Orgasm" by going to delightyourmarriage.com/4stages

Aug 18, 201524 min

57-Don't Waste Your Hardships with Debi Walter

Hi there! Belah here. Today is Part II of my interview with Debi Walter of theromanticvineyard.com. On this episode, she looks back at the hardships she had gone through in all the 30-plus years of her marriage to husband Tom, including the pain of letting go of her children as they grow up and live their own lives. It’s inspiring how when she talks about these hardships, she is careful to note that all we go through, all struggles and pain and heartaches, are there for a reason. And that there is a lesson behind each hardship, and it’s important that we realize that. Debi has got a lot of stories to tell, and you really shouldn’t miss out. In her stories, there is a valuable takeaway that could all get! So join us on this chat and be inspired! All the links, resources, and show notes available at: http://delightyourmarriage.com/57 Check out Part I at delightyourmarriage.com/56 Through research and study, I've discovered the secrets I wish someone told me years ago! Receive my free gift: "The 4 Stages To His Best Oral Orgasm" by going to delightyourmarriage.com/4stages

Aug 13, 201541 min

56-Beware of Critical Judgments with Debi Walters

Hi there! Belah here. Today, I have with me Debi Walters of theromanticvineyard.com. She and her husband have been helping other married couples get through their marital struggles. On this episode, she talks about something that we all are at risk of doing. It is dishing out criticism to our spouses. Debi shares her painful experience of having to go through an entire year of a rocky relationship because of a comment that she made toward her husband; a comment which caused him pain and which affected their relationship greatly. She tells us on this interview how to own up to your mistakes and how to get through these challenges, with the help of God and his Word. All the links, resources, and show notes available at: http://delightyourmarriage.com/56 Through research and study, I've discovered the secrets I wish someone told me years ago! Receive my free gift: "The 4 Stages To His Best Oral Orgasm" by going to delightyourmarriage.com/4stages

Aug 11, 201529 min

55-Take Your Intimacy to the Next Level with Dr. Corey Allen

Hi there! Belah here. Today is Part II of my interview with Dr. Corey Allen of simplemarriage.net and the Sexy Marriage Radio pocast. We are back with a more interesting conversation on intimacy. On this episode, he goes takes us into lots of serious stuff---he talks about premature and delayed ejaculation, femininity and masculinity, and the importance of learning the human anatomy! You’ve got to get to know your spouse’s body! Listen in as he gives out tips and advice that will surely up your bedroom game. All the links, resources, and show notes available at: http://delightyourmarriage.com/55 Check out Part I at delightyourmarriage.com/54 Through research and study, I've discovered the secrets I wish someone told me years ago! Receive my free gift: "The 4 Stages To His Best Oral Orgasm" by going to delightyourmarriage.com/4stages

Aug 6, 201531 min

54-The Way We Do Sex Is the Way We Do Life with Dr. Corey Allen

Hi there! Belah here. Today, I have with me Dr. Corey Allen of the Sexy Marriage Radio podcast.On this episode, we discuss a refreshing male perspective into the intricacies of sex in marriage. What exactly do men think when they are engaging in intimacy? How is sex considered a responsibility? Join us as Dr. Corey Allen digs deep into the reasons behind why your spouse might be rejecting you. He also gives quite an eye-opening stance on sex and how what we do in everyday life relates to how we act in the bedroom, and vice versa. You surely wouldn’t want to miss this episode! All the links, resources, and show notes available at: http://delightyourmarriage.com/54 Through research and study, I've discovered the secrets I wish someone told me years ago! Receive my free gift: "The 4 Stages To His Best Oral Orgasm" by going to delightyourmarriage.com/4stages

Aug 4, 201534 min

53-Why Peni (Oral Sex) Matters to Your Marriage

Hi there! Belah here. It’s just me today. And I will be talking about one of the most important, yet oftentimes frowned-upon, aspect of marital intimacy: oral sex. I have previously tackled the issue of oral sex and whether or not it is dirty or sinful in episode 14. That was where I first coined the term peni, as a sort of euphemism for oral sex. My dear listeners, it is important that we pay attention to your husband’s high priority needs, and guess what… Peni is one of them! On this episode, I discuss, point by point, the importance of peni in your marriage and how it affects your relationship in general. Listen in and let’s work together to bring delight into each of our marriages! All the links, resources, and show notes available at: http://delightyourmarriage.com/53 Through research and study, I've discovered the secrets I wish someone told me years ago! Receive my free gift: "The 4 Stages To His Best Oral Orgasm" by going to delightyourmarriage.com/4stages

Jul 30, 201522 min

52-Intimacy Changes with Age with Jenna

Hi there! Belah here. Today is Part II of my interview with Jenna. On this episode, she talks to me about how she and her husband got through the struggles they experienced, including the falling of their child into the claws of drug and alcohol addiction. Jenna emphasizes on putting God in the center of your marriage and the importance of humor too. As a wife of 30-plus years, Jenna has lived through the intimacy issues that are being faced by most women---and she couldn’t be more clear: intimacy changes as you age. It’s a reality, but something can be done about that. Listen in as she gives her tips and advice on how to keep intimacy interesting, fun, and comfortable for you and your husband. All the links, resources, and show notes available at: http://delightyourmarriage.com/52 Check out Part I at delightyourmarriage.com/51 Want to deepen intimacy? Looking to move past your barriers getting in the way? Sign up now for a FREE Strategy Session with Belah to see if you're a good fit for 1:1 Coaching directly with Belah! Email [email protected] before July 31, 2015!

Jul 28, 201537 min

51-Loving through Your Child's Addiction with Jenna

Hi there! Belah here. Today, I have with me Jenna, a friend of mine who is a wife and a mother. She has some inspiring stories, from her past experiences during childhood, living in a home where the mother always felt the need to be in control; to how it affected her own marriage; and most especially, her struggle as a mother seeing her child succumb to the evils of alcohol and drug addiction. She also uses the parable of the Prodigal Son to effectively relate to our own children getting lost and waiting for them to come back instead of rescuing them over and over again. Listen in as Jenna shares with us her heartfelt advice on letting go and being ready to forgive when it is time. All the links, resources, and show notes available at: http://delightyourmarriage.com/51 Want to deepen intimacy? Looking to move past your barriers getting in the way? Sign up now for a FREE Strategy Session with Belah to see if you're a good fit for 1:1 Coaching directly with Belah! Email [email protected] before July 31, 2015!

Jul 23, 201532 min

50-10 Ways Sex Teaches Us About God with Belah Rose

Hi there! Belah here. Today is a solo show I made because I felt it was time that I share a piece of my mind about how sex relates to God. On this episode, I give out 10 points on how sex actually teaches us about God and what he tells us through scripture. I believe that sex is a metaphor to marriage, and it is vital between husbands and wives. Join me and open your minds so you may see and understand clearly how sex can teach us a lot about God. Have a blessed day! All the links, resources, and show notes available at: http://delightyourmarriage.com/50 Want to deepen intimacy? Looking to move past your barriers getting in the way? Sign up now for a FREE Strategy Session with Belah to see if you're a good fit for 1:1 Coaching directly with Belah! Email [email protected] before July 31, 2015!

Jul 21, 201522 min

49-What Should a "Normal" Marriage Look Like? with Dr. Sandra Glahn

Hi there! Belah here. Today is Part II of my interview with Dr. Sandra Glahn of aspire2.com. On this episode, she talks about her own marriage and the difficulties she face, as well as how she handled these problems. Dr. Glahn discusses about the theological bases of marriages and how everyone’s belief can be skewed at times. She tells us what exactly marriage means---to you, to me, and to God Himself. Join us on this eye-opening and inspiring episode today! All the links, resources, and show notes available at: http://delightyourmarriage.com/49 Check out Part I at delightyourmarriage.com/48

Jul 16, 201535 min

48-Processing the Pain of Infertility with Sandra Glahn

Hi there! Belah here. Today, I have with me Dr. Sandra Glahn, the author of Sexual Intimacy in Marriage. On this episode, she dives into the most difficult struggle she had to face in her life and in her marriage: infertility. It’s amazing how she has thought through and processed this struggle, and I want you all to listen in so that you too can understand that life doesn’t stop at the road block. This interview is very inspiring, uplifting, and spiritually fulfilling. Listen in! All the links, resources, and show notes available at: http://delightyourmarriage.com/48 Sign up for my free, live online training: “Make Him WILD For You!” The 5 Secrets to Receive Love & Passion In God’s Plan delightyourmarriage.com/webinar

Jul 14, 201527 min

45-Sex in Long Distance Marriages with Trista Laborn

Hi there! Belah here. Today is Part II of Trista Laborn of a Purpose Driven Wife. Trista shares the challenges she goes through every day, being apart from her husband, who is deployed in a different country most of the time. She admits that it’s definitely not easy, but she makes do of what she has by always keeping the fire burning despite the distance. Listen in as Trista shares some really awesome tips on how to maintain your intimate relationship even when you are miles away from your honey! All the links, resources, and show notes available at: http://delightyourmarriage.com/45 Check out Part I at delightyourmarriage.com/44 Sign up for my free, live online training: “Make Him WILD For You!” The 5 Secrets to Receive Love & Passion In God’s Plan delightyourmarriage.com/webinar

Jul 2, 201531 min

44-God's Purpose in Babies Before Marriage with Trista Laborn

Hi there! Belah here. Today, I have with me Trista Laborn of A Purpose Driven Wife. On this episode, Trista talks about how she got pregnant at such a young age and feeling lost due to the mistakes she made. She tells us how she felt like her entire life was just ruined and that she no longer had a future. But she found God, and everything changed for the better. She got married, finished her degree, set up a business, and just got her life on track. Trista encourages women in the same ordeal to just hold on and tells them that everything IS going to be okay. She believes that God has a plan for all of us, and His plans are made regardless of our past mistakes. This episode is just so uplifting, so listen in and be inspired! All the links, resources, and show notes available at: http://delightyourmarriage.com/44 Sign up for my free, live online training: “Make Him WILD For You!” The 5 Secrets to Receive Love & Passion In God’s Plan delightyourmarriage.com/webinar

Jun 30, 201531 min

43-Did You Marry the Right Person? with Wanda Collins

Hi there! Belah here. Today is Part II of my interview with Wanda Collins of Christian Marriage Today. Wanda takes us in to the brighter side of her marriage and shares with the us the chief ingredients that have made her marriage bloom and grow. Listen in as she gives encouraging advice to women who are in doubt and continue to entertain negative thoughts. This is for you! At the the end of the episode, Wanda delivers a powerful prayer that will definitely touch your hearts! I know it touched mine. Join us and be inspired. All the links, resources, and show notes available at: http://delightyourmarriage.com/43 Check out Part I at delightyourmarriage.com/42 Sign up for my free, live online training: “Make Him WILD For You!” The 5 Secrets to Receive Love & Passion In God’s Plan delightyourmarriage.com/webinar

Jun 25, 201533 min

42-Forgiveness after an Affair with Wanda Collins

Hi there! Belah here. Today, I have with me Wanda Collins of Christian Marriage Today, and she talks about her struggles as a wife in the early stages of their marriage. On this episode, she tackles the sensitive issue of infidelity and how she dealt with the pain brought about by her personal experience with it. She tells us how God is essential in any marriage, especially when faced with circumstances that don’t always seem to be pleasant. She hands out tips to anyone who has gone through infidelity issues in their marriage and to those who haven’t but might be scared to go through the same. It’s so powerful how Wanda uses the scripture and God’s Word to relate on how she reacted when she found out; and it’s so inspiring and encouraging to hear her talk about the strength she had, which wasn’t her own, but that of our Lord. All the links, resources, and show notes available at:http://delightyourmarriage.com/42 Sign up for my free, live online training: “Make Him Wild For You!” The 5 Secrets to Receive Love And Passion In God’s Plan delightyourmarriage.com/webinar

Jun 23, 201542 min

41-Sex Is A Need Or A Desire? with Luke Gilkerson

Hi, it's Belah and this is the 3rd part of my chat with Luke Gilkerson, covenanteyes.com We discuss if sex is a need or a desire and the implications that has on both men and women. Listen in! Part I: delightyourmarriage.com/39 PartII: delightyourmarriage.com/40 PartIII: delightyourmarriage.com/41

Jun 19, 201523 min

40-The Fight Of A Real Man with Luke Gilkerson

Hi there! Belah here. Today is Part II of my interview with Luke Gilkerson of covenanteyes.com. On this episode, Luke talks about makes about man . . . well, manly. This interview is jam-packed with powerful insights and filled with inspiration for both husbands and wives. Luke dives into what the scripture tells us about pornography, masturbation, and being a man---in its core. Listen in as he discusses the issues facing young boys and men alike, the trauma and struggle they go through when they become enslaved to pornography. Also a bonus toward the end of the episode, Luke and I go back and forth about the philosophical aspect of sex, marriage, and life in general. This is one episode you definitely don’t want to miss! All the links, resources, and show notes available at: delightyourmarriage.com/40 Check out Part I at delightyourmarriage.com/39 Sign up for my free, live online training: “Make Him Wild For You!” The 5 Secrets to Receive Love And Passion In God’s Plan delightyourmarriage.com/webinar

Jun 18, 201551 min

39- Should Children Masturbate? with Luke Gilkerson

Hi there! Belah here. Today, I have with me Luke Gilkerson of covenanteyes.com. First off, Luke talks about how he “fights the evils of pornography” every day for a living. He talks about how this massive industry has alarmingly invaded our homes and polluted the minds of our spouses, friends, and even our children. Luke also discusses about masturbation in children and whether or not this is an okay thing to happen. Listen in as he explains why masturbation happens and what our children are thinking when performing this act. Do they do it willfully or not? Is masturbation an act of immorality? He also openly shares some tips on how to react to the situation, how to manage your children so that they may be free from this act, and what the scripture says about masturbation. All the links, resources, and show notes available at: http://delightyourmarriage.com/40 Sign up for my free, live online training: “Make Him Wild For You!” The 5 Secrets to Receive Love And Passion In God’s Plan delightyourmarriage.com/webinar

Jun 16, 201547 min

38- Who Should Be Involved in Your Intimacy with Shae Bynes

Hi there! Belah here. Today is Part II of my interview with Shae Bynes of aholythreesome.com and the Kingdom Driven Entrepreneur podcast. In this episode, Shae dives deeper into how communication with the Lord and with each other positively affects the marriage. She tells of her story, on how God talks to her and helps her get through everyday challenges, especially those that concern her marriage. Shae delivers such inspiring wisdom that we could all use in delighting our own marriages. She gives valuable tips on how to enrich your sexual intimacy and shares the practices she has been doing with her husband that have made their marriage sweeter and sweeter each year. All the links, resources, and show notes available at: http://delightyourmarriage.com/38 Check out Part I at delightyourmarriage.com/37 Join me on my next webinar "Make Him Wild For You: The 5 Secrets To Receive Love & Passion In God's Plan" delightyourmarriage.com/webinar

Jun 11, 201552 min

37- Speaking in Bed with Shae Bynes

Hi there! Belah here. Today, I have with me Shae Bynes, the woman (along with her husband) behind aholythreesome.com. She talks about unconditional love and how a marriage is made of three: you, your husband, and the lover of your souls---God. Shae believes that God should be the center of your marriage and should be part of all aspects of your marriage, especially the bedroom. Shae shares about the difficulties they had in their marriage and how they managed to work through their issues as a team---a team of three. Listen to Shae’s story and be inspired by her refreshing insight and how you, too, could enjoy the holiness of sexual intimacy in marriage. All the links, resources, and show notes available at: http://delightyourmarriage.com/37 Join me on my next webinar "Make Him Wild For You: The 5 Secrets To Receive Love & Passion In God's Plan" delightyourmarriage.com/webinar

Jun 9, 201525 min