085 | Memorable Messages, Sex and Intimacy with Joanna Sawatsky

There has been a lot of conversation in Christian circles recently about some of the well-intentioned yet harmful marriage advice that is being perpetuated, especially in some best-selling Christian materials. Today's guest, Joanna Sawatsky, has been working to shine a light on some of these teachings and their effects on marriages through rigorous research. Along with the team at baremarriage.com, she's also been sharing God's heart for hope, health and healing for our marriages.  On this episode, we talk with Joanna about: What a memorable message is and how research shows the impact of these messages on the quality of our marriage and our sex life The importance of curiosity and holding space for others The harm that comes from marriage teachings that point to female obligation and male entitlement when it comes to sex Compassion and the importance of seeing each other as God's image-bearers Resources Joanna Sawatsky is an author, epidemiologist and biostatistician with the team at baremarriage.com. Please click on the link to find out more about the books, podcast and blog that Joanna referenced in our conversation. Next Steps Thoughts, feedback, episode ideas, prayer requests? Please get in touch with us. We'd love to hear from you and pray with you. [email protected] If you'd like to support this non-profit ministry, please visit our website to find out how you can partner with us in prayer and financially: https://livingmarriages.com