April 24, 2008

Intimacy is one of the signs of a healthy marriage

One of the most common complaints I hear from Christian wives is that they want to have a deeper level of “spiritual intimacy” with their husbands. I believe there are two ways to build spiritual intimacy. One is by shared experience. Attending worship together and holding hands while the minister prays. Making time to pray together daily – even if it is silent prayer, or attending a couples bible study.

Another approach is to discuss with each other some of your thoughts about spiritual realities. It may be as simple as sharing what you read in your quiet time this morning, while your spouse listens attentively and affirms your insights. Spiritual intimacy is an important part of marriage.

Today's A Growing Marriage Daily content has been written by Dr. Gary Chapman and is based on the book Five Signs of a Loving Family by Dr. Gary Chapman. Published by Moody Publishers, copyright 1997. Used by permission.