
Sheila Wray Gregoire
A Christian guide to enriching marital sex through physical, emotional, and spiritual intimacy.
The book includes surveys of over a thousand women on their sexual experiences and satisfaction.
Section 1
10 Sections
Let us begin by peeling back the layers of what sex truly means. Often, in our noisy culture, the conversation about sex is reduced to mere physicality, a mechanical act, or a pursuit of pleasure detached from deeper connection. But imagine, for a moment, that sex is far more than that — it is a sacred dance of body, mind, and spirit.
Consider how the body responds — the blood rushes, the nerves ignite — but beneath that physical response lies a yearning for emotional intimacy and spiritual connection. This triune experience, where the physical, mental, and spiritual converge, is the masterpiece of human design. It is no accident that the same word for 'knowing' someone deeply is used in ancient texts to describe sexual union, signaling that sex is the ultimate form of knowing and being known.
Now, let’s challenge a common cultural myth: that women who experience multiple partners before marriage have richer sexual lives. Research reveals the opposite. Women who enter marriage as virgins or with few partners tend to report higher levels of sexual satisfaction.
Imagine a woman like the middle-aged secretary down the street, unassuming and ordinary in appearance, yet a tiger in the bedroom — not because of wild escapades but because of the deep, unwavering commitment she shares with her husband. This is where the magic lies: in the security that allows vulnerability and passion to flourish.
Sex, then, is not a mere biological urge to be satisfied; it is a sacred covenant, a gift given to two people who choose each other for life.
As we journey through this audiobook, keep this foundation in mind: sex is a holistic experience meant to unite, heal, and bring joy, far beyond the physical realm. The next section will explore how men and women are wired differently in their sexual desires and how understanding these differences can deepen your connection.
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