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God’s Commandment For Sexual Intimacy – Basic Principles For Married Couples 

Marriage is the most intimate relationship in life. No other relationship doesn't even come close to the level of intimacy it has. But sadly, many couples are often distanced and distracted from each other and live alone in marriage despite being together.

There could be plenty of reasons for the disconnectedness. But this raises a serious concern to think about the lost sexual intimacy in the marital bond. There is a severe lacking of understanding that marriage is a gift from God to us. It is the formation sacred bond between two imperfect people which is made perfect by God.

But here's the thing: many people, after getting married, forget about the religious perspective of marriage and maintaining sexual intimacy in it. It is pivotal to remember that the Holy Bible forbids sex outside the marriage, but at the same time, it commends sexual intimacy in the marriage.

At a young age, young men and women are not encouraged to talk about sexual intimacy in life. It is understandable considering the ethical values in place. Still, at the same time, teaching and counseling them under the religious light would set them for the bigger framework in life. Hence, they can become better husbands and wives in the future, under the religious light.

What Does The Holy Bible Say About Sexual Intimacy In Marriage?
The Holy Bible says a lot about the successful marriage and duties of both husbands and wives towards each other. This verse would give you an example;

''“Let marriage be held in honor among all, and let the marriage bed be undefiled, for God will judge the sexually immoral and adulterous.” (Hebrews 13: 4)''

This verse shows that committing adultery is a major sin for which a man or woman will be punished on the day of judgment. The sexual relationship is to be maintained only in the marital bond. The maintenance of sexual intimacy is strongly backed up in the Holy Bible as well. The following verses would best describe the thought.

''“Therefore, a man shall leave his father and his mother and shall become united and cleave to his wife, and they shall become one flesh. And the man and his wife were both naked and were not embarrassed or ashamed in each other’s presence.” (Genesis 2:24-25)''

''“Drink water from your own cistern, running water from your own well. Should your springs overflow in the streets, your streams of water in the public squares? Let them be yours alone, never to be shared with strangers. May your fountain be blessed, and may you rejoice in the wife of your youth. A loving doe, a graceful deer—may her breasts satisfy you always, may you ever be intoxicated with her love. Why, my son, be intoxicated with another man’s wife? Why embrace the bosom of a wayward woman?” (Proverbs 5:15-20)''

''“Now concerning the matters about which you wrote: “It is good for a man not to have sexual relations with a woman.” But because of the temptation to sexual immorality, each man should have his own wife and each woman her own husband. The husband should give to his wife her conjugal rights, and likewise the wife to her husband. For the wife does not have authority over her own body, but the husband does. Likewise the husband does not have authority over his own body, but the wife does. Do not deprive one another, except perhaps by agreement for a limited time, that you may devote yourselves to prayer; but then come together again, so that Satan may not tempt you because of your lack of self-control. ...” (1 Corinthians 7:1-40)''

''“For this is the will of God, your sanctification: that you abstain from sexual immorality; that each one of you know how to control his own body in holiness and honor, not in the passion of lust like the Gentiles who do not know God;” (1 Thessalonians 4:3-5)''

Sexual Intimacy In Marriage Is For God’s Glory
God’s purpose for married couples to live a happy, undistracted, procreated, and pleasurable life. The creation of Adam and Even give us the example that God created them in separate genders, and thus there isn't any sexless being in this world. But for humans, undergoing the marriage life makes couples liable to perfect sex and remain intimate with each other.

''“So whatever you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God.” (1 Corinthians 10:31)''

This verse shows how Paul instructed that even the most mundane activities like drinking or eating must be done for God’s glory. God has plans for everything, and if He has plans for our drinking and eating, He must have provided a way for building sexual intimacy. But at the same time, it requires efforts from your side too.

The Golden Takeaway
Sexual intimacy in marriage unites couples together. It increases the wisdom necessary to build the character and strengthens both in the marital bond. Maintaining sexual intimacy in marriage is directed to us in our religion. If we have to live up to the rightful duty, we must work ourselves forward to claim the rewards. Otherwise, there wouldn’t be any merits.

About the author:
‘Samuel Boucher’, a true believer in God, a devout follower of Jesus Christ, and a well-wisher of couples around the world, tells about the barriers that weaken the relationship or fade the colors of married life. With this in his concern, he elaborates on how that will strengthen the couples' marital bond. Moreover, he exemplifies the enduring love they share, in his book, ‘Living in Endless Love - Unlocking the Power of Sexual Intimacy in Your Marriage.'

He isn't a therapist, nor does he acquire any certification. Despite this, he has outstandingly presented the concerns of why healthy sex life and the maintenance of intimacy are essential for a successful and happy marriage. This phenomenal book is mainly for married couples living their lives physically disconnected because of the simple and mendable barriers. He has a strong belief that intimacy in a relationship plays a significant role in our married lives, and loving and healthy marriages can only be made safe and perfect by adopting perfect intimate and sex life. Moreover, he also shares some of the greatest benefits that sexual intimacy offers to your physical and psychological bond by giving the high regards of religious reflection in it.

To all married couples finding the flawless balance in life and refining their relationship with their partners, this book is a must-read for you.