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EPISODE · Feb 23, 2025 · 45 MIN

The Endurance of Intimacy

from Catalyst Church · host Matt Van Peursem | Lead Pastor

Building lasting intimacy in marriage requires intentional effort and active maintenance. The primary cause of divorce has shifted from infidelity to couples simply growing apart, with communication breakdown being a central issue. Four essential keys to maintaining deep marital connection, which require consistent attention and practical action to prevent the natural drift toward relational chaos and instead build an enduring love.

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Building lasting intimacy in marriage requires intentional effort and active maintenance. The primary cause of divorce has shifted from infidelity to couples simply growing apart, with communication breakdown being a central issue. Four essential keys to maintaining deep marital connection, which require consistent attention and practical action to prevent the natural drift toward relational chaos and instead build an enduring love.

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Building lasting intimacy in marriage requires intentional effort and active maintenance. The primary cause of divorce has shifted from infidelity to couples simply growing apart, with communication breakdown being a central issue. Four essential...

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