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EPISODE · Jan 13, 2026 · 39 MIN

097 | If Sex is a Good Gift Why Do I Feel Dirty? with Sheila Wray Gregoire

from The Living Marriages Podcast | Effective Communication, Intimacy, Healthy Habits, Christian Counseling, Christian Parenting · host Aaron Au, April Au | Marriage Coaching and Mentoring

Author Sheila Wray Gregoire has been writing Christian marriage and sex-advice since 2003. But in 2019, she made a shocking discovery about much of the advice that is out there for Christian couples. In our wide-ranging conversation with Sheila you'll hear: How Sheila discovered the harm that some best-selling Christian marriage books were causing readers and what she's doing about it How the beauty and intimacy of sex as God created it goes so far beyond intercourse How the message of purity culture was hurtful to so many Why we need to be curious about the marriage resources and advice we take in Why Sheila is hopeful for the future of Christian marriage and the church  Resources You can find Sheila's books, podcasts and blog along with many other incredibly helpful resources at baremarriage.com Next Steps We feel so honoured and humbled when our listeners reach out for prayer, support and encouragement. We don't have all the answers but we do love praying for others and helping couples find hope and healing for their marriages in Christ's power. If we know of some people or resources that would be a great fit for you, we'll connect you. Get in touch with us! [email protected] If you'd like to support this non-profit ministry, you can make a donation at our website: https://livingmarriages.com

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