SWM 150 – Control, sex and marriage

<p>SWM 150 - Control, sex and marriage. Check out the <a href="https://www.uncoveringintimacy.com/swm-150-control-sex-and-marriage/">blog post here</a> for more details and links.</p><p>Last month, I watched a great video by Gary Thomas and his wife Lisa on how a controlling spirit can harm a marriage. It got me thinking: In Christian circles, we often struggle to define the difference between healthy leadership and damaging control—both in marriage and in our relationship with God.</p><p>Why is it that surrendering to God is seen as good, but demanding control from a spouse is harmful? The key, I believe, is consent and love. When surrender is freely given and motivated by love, it can bring freedom and joy. But when control is forced, it leads to resentment and broken trust.</p><p>In this post, I’m sharing some personal stories and lessons we’ve learned about navigating these tricky dynamics in marriage.</p><p>Links in this podcast episode:</p><ul><li><a href="https://garythomasbooks.substack.com/p/a-controlling-spirit-can-devastate">Gary Thomas - Substack - A controlling spirit can devestate a marriage</a></li><li><a href="https://www.uncoveringintimacy.com/swm-108-what-does-the-bible-say-about-hell/">SWM 108 - What does the Bible say about hell?</a></li><li><a href="https://www.uncoveringintimacy.com/sexual-frequency-why-i-dont-worry-anymore/">Sexual Frequency - Why I don't worry anymore</a></li><li><a href="https://www.uncoveringintimacy.com/bmse">Becoming More Sexually Engaged Course - For Christian Wives</a></li><li><a href="https://www.uncoveringintimacy.com/shop/sexy-photos-course-for-christian-wives/">Sexy Photos Course - For Christian Wives</a></li><li><a href="https://www.uncoveringintimacy.com/bmse">Becoming More Sexually Engaged Course - For Christian Wives</a></li></ul><p>Follow us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/UncoveringIntimacy/">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/uncoveringintimacy/">Instagram</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/uncoveringlove">Twitter</a></p><p>If you'd like to discuss the questions as they come in, <a href="https://www.uncoveringintimacy.com/champion">consider joining our private forum</a>.</p><p>Thank you to all our faithful supporters!</p><p>If you like that there are no ads in our podcast and want to keep it that way, check out our <a href="https://www.uncoveringintimacy.com/donate">support page</a> for more info.  Even $5/month makes a difference.</p><p>Lastly, if you like our podcast, please rate it as it helps others know this is a good resource to help with their marriage. You managed to find us, help someone else do the same and receive the same benefits to their relationship.</p>