Friday, February 15, 2013
I want to share this also my busy mom's :-)
Alrightey then ... now I know, I know, I know that love is about more than *ahem* physical intimacy. (this is a g-rated page!) Yes, it's about holding hands, dreaming together, having a sense of purpose and a deep, abiding friendship.
But it's also about intimacy. It's so much more important than we often realize, and yet it often is the first thing to go when life is stressful and days are long.
Do you remember WHY you got married? Chances are good that part of the reason was that you couldn't keep your hands off each other :) Remember? My husband and I often talk about a "list" that we made when deciding the pros and cons of getting married at the tender ages of 19 and 21. And you'll never guess what was at the TOP of the list. :)
Yep. And it needs to stay at the top. Physical intimacy is about much more than a simple act. It's a drawing together of souls—it's a precious reminder of the commitment that you made to love and care for each other.
In Corinthians, Paul reminds us not to "deprive" each other. If you doubt the importance of sex in our culture, just take a stroll through the checkout line at WalMart. Sensual images are everywhere—and Paul's admonition was given to help us recognize the importance of protecting this sacred part of the marriage relationship.
So what does that mean? It means I not only get to to take care of my husband, but I get to enjoy him, too! Besides, he's amazing! And I bet you think you husband is amazing, too.
Make sex a priority in your marriage. ♥ You won't regret the time you set aside for just the two of you.