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Sex Chat for Christian Wives
Finding Allies (Quickie)
This week's quickie is from J Parker about how to find support and wisdom to help your sex life. Follow-up with our webinars and/or stay tuned for more full episodes and quick tips about sex in marriage!
2025-05-06
03 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
Vibrators? (Quickie)
This week's quickie is from Chris Taylor about whether it's okay to use vibrators—and why it might be worth looking into. Click here for the Married Dance vibrator pilot program. Follow-up with our webinars and/or stay tuned for more full episodes and quick tips about sex in marriage!
2025-04-22
03 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
Initiating Sex (Quickie)
This week's quickie is from Chris Taylor about how initiating sex. Follow-up with our webinars and/or stay tuned for more full episodes and quick tips about sex in marriage!
2025-03-27
02 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
When She Wants Sex More
On her book's launch day, J. Parker hosts three fellow higher desire wives—Tara Buchanan, Julie Sibert, and Tammy Hopkins—for a special roundtable on when she wants sex more than he does. NOTE: Please forgive the not-so-great audio at times in this episode. We did our best without the usual professional equipment. Sponsor Check out J. Parker's new book, The Higher Desire Wife, now available wherever books are sold! From the Bible I belong to my beloved, and his desire is for me. Song of Songs 7:10
2025-03-18
31 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
Use Baby Wipes
This week's quickie is from Chris Taylor about using baby wipes in the bedroom. Follow-up with our webinars and/or stay tuned for more full episodes and quick tips about sex in marriage!
2025-02-26
01 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
Celebrating Valentine's Day (Quickie)
This week's quickie is from J Parker about celebrating Valentine's Day. Follow-up with our webinars and/or stay tuned for more full episodes and quick tips about sex in marriage!
2025-02-11
02 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
Pursuing Sexual Growth
As we embark on a new year, we talk about the goal of sexual growth, how to pursue it, and what you can expect along the way. Sponsors Get the insights and help you need with therapy from Better Help. Also sponsored by Married Dance, your go-to site for marital aids, lubricant, and more—all in a nudity-free, marriage-focused environment. From the Bible In the same way, you wives, be subject to your own husbands so that even if any of them are disobedient to the word, they...
2025-01-28
36 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
Oral Sex Options
This week's quickie is from J Parker about the many ways you can give your husband oral sex. Follow-up with our webinars and/or stay tuned for more full episodes and quick tips about sex in marriage!
2025-01-14
01 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
Planning for Celebration Sex
Subscribe to Our Upcoming Newsletter HERE. What is "celebration sex"? You might think of it as sex on a special occasion like a birthday, anniversary, Valentine's Day, or some other holiday. But we believe it can and should be a true celebration of marital intimacy, so today we tackle the what, why, and how of planning for celebration sex. Sponsor We love Share the Soap and know you will too. Check them out! From the Bible I belong to my beloved, and his desire is for me. Com...
2025-01-08
23 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
Holiday Tips (Quickie)
This week's quickie is from J Parker about focusing on intimacy during the holidays. Follow-up with our webinars and/or stay tuned for more full episodes and quick tips about sex in marriage! If you're looking for Christmas ideas for you and your sweetie, check out our 2025 Christmas gift episode!
2024-11-27
02 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
Be Present During Sex (Quickie)
This week's quickie is from Chris Taylor with four ways to be fully present during sex. Follow-up with our webinars and/or stay tuned for more full episodes and quick tips about sex in marriage!
2024-11-13
02 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
Best Holiday Sex Tips for Playfulness
When it comes to making time for sexual intimacy during the holiday rush, it can be wonderfully stressful or wonderfully playful or anything in between. We discuss how to navigate the busy-ness and stress of the holidays so that you can create a time of playfulness with your spouse and give you some ideas to build playfulness in your relationship and sex life. Sponsor Share the Soap provides skin care products with natural and carefully curated ingredients. With the Sensual Senses Set, Share the Soap is offering an additional bonus for our listeners: FREE lip b...
2024-11-05
30 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
Sex Post-Vasectomy, Competing with His Phone, Plus-Size Lovemaking & Lube Tips (Listener Questions)
Chris and J answer listener questions about sex after a vasectomy, competing with his phone for attention, plus-sized lovemaking, and how to use lube without losing the mood. Sponsor Thanks to Share the Soap, our favorite skin-care shop, for sponsoring this episode. Check them out: Share the Soap online store From the Bible Let the wise hear and increase in learning, and the one who understands obtain guidance. Proverbs 1:5 (ESV) Resources What's So Great about "Shooting Blanks"? - Hot, Holy & Humorous Get Off Your Screen & Have Sex with...
2024-10-10
23 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
Have Sex (Quickie)
This week's quickie is from J Parker about the importance of prioritizing sexual intimacy in your marriage. Follow-up with our webinars and/or stay tuned for more full episodes and quick tips about sex in marriage!
2024-10-02
01 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
Autumn Fun (Quickie)
This week's quickie is from Chris Taylor about adding fun to your marriage using items commonly found in autumn. Follow-up with our webinars and/or stay tuned for more full episodes and quick tips about sex in marriage!
2024-09-18
01 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
Explaining Women's Sexual Response
We discuss how a wife's sexual response differs from her husband's, and how she can explain her female sexuality to him. Sponsor Happy Fall from Share the Soap! Buy 2 Get 1 FREE any item! Put 3 items in the cart. Use coupon code FCWFALL. Lowest item will be FREE. Mix and match products. *Applies to all products except Just a Girl Merch.* From the Bible You made all the delicate, inner parts of my body and knit me together in my mother’s womb. Thank you for making me so wonderfully com...
2024-09-10
28 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
Creative Timing (Quickie)
This week's quickie is from J Parker about using creative timing to maintain or increase your sexual frequency. Follow-up with our webinars and/or stay tuned for more full episodes and quick tips about sex in marriage!
2024-09-04
01 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
Making Sexual Changes (Quickie)
This week's quickie is from Chris Taylor about what to remember when making sexual changes. Follow-up with our webinars and/or stay tuned for more full episodes and quick tips about sex in marriage!
2024-08-20
01 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
Practice! (Quickie)
This week's quickie is from Chris Taylor and is specifically for wives who have been sexually reluctant and are ready to work on improving their sexual engagement with their husbands. Follow-up with our webinars and/or stay tuned for more full episodes and quick tips about sex in marriage!
2024-07-24
02 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
Feeling Confident in the Bedroom, Finding a Therapist & Viewing Oral Sex Differently (Listener Questions)
In this episode, we tackle listener questions—specifically how to feel more confident in the bedroom by choosing something positive to wear, how to find a therapist in your area or online, and how to mentally shift from seeing oral sex as “dirty” to something married couples can (if they both want) do. Sponsor Better Help – connect with a fellow believer online within our network of licensed, professional therapists. From the Bible Like an apple tree among the trees of the forest is my beloved among the young men. I delight to sit in...
2024-07-16
24 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
Speak Up! (Quickie)
This week's quickie is from J Parker about the importance of speaking up about what you need to experience sexual pleasure. Follow-up with our webinars and/or stay tuned for more full episodes and quick tips about sex in marriage!
2024-07-09
02 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
What Does God Have to Do with Our Sex Life?
For many Christians, it can be difficult to think about God and sex at the same time. How present is God in our bedrooms? And how does knowing that He knows make us feel? We dive deep into what God has to do with our sex lives and how to think about and embrace His involvement. Sponsors Thanks to MarriedDance, a Christian sex toy store that’s discreet and presents products in a nudity-free, marriage-focused environment. And be sure to check out J's upcoming cruise! From the Bible ...
2024-06-18
22 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
Your Sexual Story, with Dr. Carol Tanksley
We welcome guest Dr. Carol Tanksley, who is an author, speaker, podcaster, licensed OB-Gyn, and a trained and ordained minister. She joins us to talk about how your sexual story shaped you and how to pursue sexual wholeness as God intended. Sponsor Share the Soap – goat milk soap & bath products. Special offer for our listeners: free lip balm (any flavor) with purchase of aloe & goat milk lotion! Put both lotion and lip balm into your cart and check out with the code FCWJUNE. From the Bible John 4:1-42 (Jesus and...
2024-06-05
30 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
Bad Messages About Sex (Quickie)
In this week's Sex Chat Quickie, J Parker talks about the bad messages we hear about sex.
2024-05-28
02 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
Light Hearts & Lingerie
Many of us face obstacles to playfulness around sexuality and sexual experience. Today, we discuss ways to foster light hearts on a sometimes serious subject. Sponsor Thanks to MarriedDance, a Christian sex toy store that's discreet and presents products in a nudity-free, marriage-focused environment. From the Bible Song of Songs - the whole book! A cheerful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones. Proverbs 17:22 Resources Episode 114: Pursuing Playfulness in Sexual Intimacy - Sex Chat for Christian Wives Episode 25: Sex Is F...
2024-05-21
24 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
Seasoned Wives' Wisdom for Young Wives
Earlier on in our podcast, we had an episode in which we gave advice to our newlywed selves. Today we want to revisit that topic a bit, but rather than talking to ourselves, we want to share the wisdom we've gained with young wives. Sponsor Thanks to Married Dance, a Christian marital aid and sex toy store, for sponsoring this episode. From the Bible Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking...
2024-04-25
19 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
Dealing with Your Gag Reflex (Quickie)
In this week's Sex Chat Quickie, Chris gives you four tips on dealing with a gag reflex during oral sex.
2024-04-16
02 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
Fostering Sexual Attraction
When we talk about romantic attraction, we think of personal charm, visual appeal, and that spark of chemistry when a certain person is near. But for today's episode, consider this scientific one from Merriam-Webster, defining attraction as "a force acting mutually between particles of matter, tending to draw them together, and resisting their separation." We're not just particles, but we want to be drawn toward our husband and to resist separation from him (and vice versa). But attraction doesn't stay the same over the whole of our marriage. Today, we talk about how...
2024-04-09
30 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
Undress for Your Husband (Quickie)
In this week's sex tip, Chris talks about undressing for your husband as a sort of foreplay that helps both of you.
2024-03-19
01 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
Sex Drive & Genetics, Erectile Problems, and Missing Sleep for Sex (Listener Questions)
Today, we tackle listener questions about whether low sex drive might be genetic, as well as how to address lack of desire; dealing with a husband's erectile problems; and what to do about a husband who disrupts a wife's sleep for sex. Sponsor Share the Soap goat milk aromatic bath and body skin care Sex Chat Special: Order Face Serum, get Lip Balm for free! Enter code FCWSPRING at checkout (through March 31, 2024). From the Bible Do not arouse or awaken love until it so desires. Song of Songs 2:7, 3:5, 8:4
2024-03-14
26 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
Prioritizing Sex
What does it mean to prioritize sex? What does that look like in a real-life marriage, especially in a real-life marriage and when there are obstacles to sexual intimacy? From the Bible Do not deprive one another—except when you agree for a time, to devote yourselves to prayer. Then come together again; otherwise, Satan may tempt you because of your lack of self-control. 1 Corinthians 7:5 (CSB) Let us go early to the vineyards to see if the vines have budded, if their blossoms have opened, and if the pomegranates are in bloom...
2024-03-01
27 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
7 Years, Lessons Learned, and a Big Change
It's hard to believe that we started this podcast seven years ago! Today, we're giving updates about our endeavors, talking about lessons learned, and announcing a few changes, including one big announcement. From the Bible Perfume and incense bring joy to the heart, and the pleasantness of a friend springs from their heartfelt advice. Proverbs 27:9 Resources The Healthy Dinners Toolbox - podcast listeners can save 50% by using the code FRIEND50 at checkout. Podcast Bingo Card 5 Ways to Feel More Sensual - Calm.Healthy.Sexy. (w/the Greek friend) Dear Wife, You Deserve...
2024-02-13
20 min
Knowing Her Sexually
Here's to Good Husbands!
Chris is back! She joins J in this episode to talk about her husband and what's coming next with the Knowing Her Sexually ministry. If you can help Chris with funeral expenses for her late husband and through this period of transition, any amount would be appreciated! Two ways to donate: Online: Go Fund Me Mail: Chris Taylor c/o Cullom UMC 103 E Van Alstyne St Cullom IL 60929 Resources Doug Taylor Obituary (1964 - 2023) - Cullom, Illinois (calvertmemorial.com) Episode 12: Guy Talk - The Importance of Sex - Sex C...
2024-02-01
23 min
Knowing Her Sexually
Putting It All Together (with an Extra Special Guest!)
J is joined by an extra special guest (hint: "logical") to discuss and wrap-up this season of practical sex tips for husbands. We review past episodes but have fresh takeaways as well! And Chris will be back next time! Remember that if you can help her with funeral expenses for her late husband and through this period of transition, any amount would be appreciated! Two ways to donate: Online: Go Fund Me Mail: Chris Taylor c/o Cullom UMC 103 E Van Alstyne St Cullom IL 60929 Resources Episode 3: Why Can't S...
2024-01-20
30 min
Knowing Her Sexually
The Golden Trio
J welcomes Ruth Buezis of Awaken Love, to talk about three activities associated with female orgasm (and none of them is intercourse!). And a reminder: If you can help Chris Taylor financially, head to the GoFundMe page set up in honor of the passing of her husband, Doug. Any amount is appreciated and will help to defer funeral expenses and assist her with transition. Resources Awaken-Love (Ruth Buezis's Ministry) These 3 Actions Could Bring You to Orgasm - Hot, Holy & Humorous Manual Play for Her - Hot, Holy & Humorous...
2024-01-04
21 min
Knowing Her Sexually
Struggling with Orgasm
J is joined by Bonny Burns, cohost of Sex Chat for Christian Wives and author of Unlock Your Orgasm, to discuss why wives struggle with orgasm and how to help her reach climax. And a reminder: If you can help Chris Taylor financially, head to the GoFundMe page set up in honor of the passing of her husband, Doug. Any amount is appreciated and will help to defer funeral expenses and assist her with transition. Resources Strong Wives - Bonny Burns's Ministry Unlock Your Orgasm: Through a Christian Lens by...
2023-12-21
24 min
Knowing Her Sexually
Lube
J's back with guest host Julie Sibert of Intimacy in Marriage to talk about personal lubricant—why a wife might need it, our recommended products, and how to use it to improve the sexual experience. If you can help Chris Taylor financially, head to the GoFundMe page set up in honor of the passing of her husband, Doug. Any amount is appreciated and will help to defer funeral expenses and assist her with transition. Resources Why Your Wife Needs Extra Lube How Menopause Affects Her Sexuality (and How You Can Hel...
2023-12-07
26 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
Sharing Some Sad News
Psalm 34:18 says, "The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit." We are mindful of this promise as we share sad news about the unexpected death of Chris Taylor's husband. Please listen and consider how you can help. Support Any amount is appreciated. Thank you! Fundraiser for Christel Taylor: Grateful for Doug Taylor (gofundme.com) To send a check directly: Chris Taylor c/o Cullom UMC 103 E. Van Alstyne PO Box 264 Cullom, Illinois And if you want t...
2023-11-30
05 min
Knowing Her Sexually
How to Touch Your Wife
In our last episode, we talked about where to touch your wife. This time, Chris and J cover how to touch your touch your wife in ways that arouse, pleasure, and satisfy—all with the ultimate goal of wonderful sexual intimacy in your marriage. Resources Increasing Your Wife’s Sexual Pleasure – Webinar Replay - ONLY $10 Episode 76: Where to Touch Your Wife Q&A with J: "His Physical Touch Is Groping & Sex" - Hot, Holy & Humorous The One Sex Tip I Give Husbands Over and Over - Hot, Holy & Humorous Husbands Only Need One of These...
2023-10-05
23 min
Knowing Her Sexually
Where to Touch Your Wife
Chris and J share where to touch your wife to help her feel sexually interested, aroused, and valued. You might be surprised by some of the places on her body that intrigue many women. Resources Increasing Your Wife’s Sexual Pleasure – Webinar Replay - ONLY $10 Episode 40: Her Erogenous Zones How Do You Like to Be Touched? - Hot, Holy & Humorous 6 Kinds of Touch Every Marriage Needs - Hot, Holy & Humorous
2023-09-22
20 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
Listener Questions - Depriving, the Mess, and When It Can't Happen
Once again, we're answering your questions! Today, we'll cover three topics: what does "deprivation" really mean (1 Corinthians 7:3-5), dealing with the messiness of sex, and when sex cannot happen. Sponsor Share the Soap has a September Special for our listeners! Buy a Face Set (face renewal, eye gel & facial soap) and get a free lip balm. Put the face set & lip balm of choice in the cart, then add coupon at checkout: FCWFS. Helps skin transition to the Fall! From the Bible The husband should...
2023-09-14
28 min
Knowing Her Sexually
Setting the Mood
On this first episode of Season 2 (Sex Tips), Chris and J talk about setting the mood for your wife. What can you do to draw her toward the bedroom and away from what might distract her from sexual intimacy? Resources Helping Your Wife Want to Have Sex – Webinar Replay - ONLY $10 Bull Durham kitchen table scene (NSFW, PG-13) Viking Revolution Men's Balls Wash for Men Caldrea Linen And Room Spray Air Freshener Yankee Candle MidSummer’s Night Scented, Classic 22oz Large Jar (other scents available) Scented Candle Wax Melter/Warmer Aromatherapy Essential Oil Diffuser Gift...
2023-09-07
24 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
Fact or Fiction: Sex Edition
Subscribe to our upcoming newsletter HERE! Recorded while still on our retreat in Nashville, Tennessee, we're playing a game and invite you to play along! Inspired by a board game in the Airbnb where we stayed, Chris and J present trivia questions about sex and test how much we "sexperts" really know. DOWNLOAD YOUR FACT OR FICTION PRINTABLE! Sponsor Married Dance online Christian sex toy / marital aid store 13% off sitewide for Labor Day with code LD23 at checkout. From the Bible For you cr...
2023-08-30
24 min
Knowing Her Sexually
What Men Taught Us About Women's Sexuality
On this wrap-up of our first season of Knowing Her Sexually, Chris and J discuss what the men in marriage ministry had to say about women's sexuality, including what surprised us and what we took away. Resources Kevin A. Thompson's personal website Change the Odds - Kevin A. Thompson's new website Intimate Covenant - Matt (and Jenn) Schmidt Gary Thomas's website Gary Thomas's Substack newsletter Stupendous Marriage - Stu Gray Awesome Marriage — Dr. Kim Kimberling Heaven Made Marriage - Scott (and Jenni) Means Still Becoming One - Brad (and Kate) Aldrich podcast Al...
2023-08-05
09 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
Creating Fireworks in the Bedroom
We’re recording before the American Independence Day, but this episode will air on July 4th—a time when fireworks displays can be found all over the country. But what about the explosive power of lovemaking? How can you create fireworks in the bedroom? Sponsor From Share the Soap, check out the new quarterly subscription box! And for FCW listeners only, use coupon code FCWJuly and get a free lip balm. Put the Celebrate box and the desired lip balm in the cart, apply the coupon, and the lip balm will be free. Coupon good for th...
2023-07-04
27 min
Knowing Her Sexually
Pursuing & Wooing Your Wife, with Kevin A. Thompson
Kevin A. Thompson is a husband, father, and marriage (and men's) pastor at Bayside Church in the Sacramento, California area. Originally from Arkansas, Kevin has been a frequent guest on Focus on the Family and Family Life. Chris & J talked to Kevin about why it's still important to pursue and woo your wife (first, heart; then, body). Resources I Wouldn't Sleep with You Either - Kevin A. Thompson Kevin's Full Website: kevinathompson.com Friends, Partners, and Lovers: What It Takes to Make Your Marriage Work by Kevin A. Thompson Happily: 8 Commitments of Couples Who...
2023-05-25
27 min
Knowing Her Sexually
Intimacy and the Bridal Paradigm, with Scott Means
Scott Means of Heaven Made Marriage began marriage ministry in his church and has now expanded to a website, books, and videos to reach more and more couples. Listen to his conversation with J and Chris about the bridal paradigm, intimacy, and vulnerability. Resources Heaven Made Marriage Scott's books The Bridal Paradigm - Heaven Made Marriage Pursue the Path of Intimacy - The Forgiven Wife Guy Talk: The Importance of Sex - Sex Chat for Christian Wives Guy Talk: Mismatched Sex Drives - Sex Chat for Christian Wives Guy Talk: A Wife's...
2023-05-12
23 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
What We'd Tell Your Pastor (About Sex)
While some Christian leaders and churches address the topic of sex well, too many either mishandle it or ignore it altogether. We here at the virtual kitchen table have heard the stories, good and bad. And we’re bringing our collective wisdom today to share what we wish more churches knew about sex and how to encourage church leaders to talk more biblically, authentically, and respectfully about it. Sponsor SHARE THE SOAP: Its purpose is to provide you with the essentials you need in a way that lavishes your skin, fills your senses and lifts yo...
2023-05-02
29 min
Knowing Her Sexually
Sex Expertise, Empathy, and Accountability, with Dr. Kim Kimberling
Dr. Kim Kimberling has been married for 53 years and has counseled marriages for over 40 years! His ministry, Awesome Marriage, has reached even more couples with its honest, biblical, and practical insight. Listen in as Dr. Kim talks with Chris and J about sexual expertise, empathy, accountability, and more. Resources Awesome Marriage University Achieving Awesome Sex in Marriage: The Christian Sex Course | Awesome Marriage Awesome Marriage — Marriage, Relationships, and Premarital Counseling with Dr. Kim Kimberling When "I Feel..." Statements Don't Work - Hot, Holy & Humorous The Power of Sexual Empathy in Bed - Hot, Holy & Hu...
2023-04-28
27 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
Q&A - Sex Tips, Fantasy, Refusing Sex & Elusive Orgasm
In this episode, we tackle listener questions, including where Christian wives can find sex tips and techniques, fantasizing during lovemaking, when it's okay to refuse sex, and how to grab hold of an elusive orgasm. Sponsor J. Parker is hosting an online conference for higher desire wives! It's coming up on April 29, 2023 and features six speakers addressing our common-yet-challenging situation. You can attend live, part-live and part-recorded, or all recorded on your own time. But REGISTER TODAY to get the $49 pre-event price! Learn More about Desire Con 2023 From the Bible
2023-04-19
26 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
Your Body, Your Health, and Your Sex Life
Today we’re talking about your health and health habits and the ways they can affect your sex live. As you know, we’re not medical professionals, so we won’t be talking about specific health conditions or medical advice. Instead, we’ll focus on the kinds of healthy habits that almost every woman can establish in her life and the ways that those habits might affect her body and sex life. Sponsor Hot, Holy & Humorous Couples' Cruise - October 14–21, 2023 Cruise, connect, and cultivate better intimacy! Click here to learn more. From the Bible...
2023-03-22
37 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
Sex Scheduling 101
Today, we are discussing sex scheduling. This is a term we throw around in our kitchen table conversations, and yet it’s been a while since we devoted a whole episode to this controversial topic. Sponsor Thanks to Share the Soap for sponsoring this episode! Check out their wonderful, natural skin products. Great for gifts or self-care. Also sponsored by the Hot, Holy & Humorous Cruise, coming October 12–21, 2023. From the Bible There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens. Ecclesiastes 3:1 Resources
2023-03-07
26 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
The Spectrum of Sexual Desire
When it comes to sexual interest, we tend to talk about which spouse has the higher or lower drive. Whichever you are, it can be helpful to understand where the opposite is coming from. So today, we’re going to illuminate what desire is like for the higher drive wife and lower drive wife—recognizing that this can help us better understand our own spouse’s perspective and be advocates for one another! Sponsor Thank, Share the Soap! For a limited time, buy a date night set and get a bonus mini lip balm & a bonus...
2023-02-09
31 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
Holiday Gift Ideas for Wives and Couples
About this episode Welcome to our 6th annual Christmas episode! With Christmas only 6 weeks away, we want to help ease your mental load. So, today we are sharing some gift giving ideas that link to our favorite past episodes. These gifts are in the categories of: Something you want Something you need Something you wear and Something you read! And of course, the gift ideas we offer are something that can enhance the sexual intimacy in your marriage. Sponsor
2022-11-16
25 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
Sex, Stress, and the Holidays
It’s hard to believe, but today we’re going to start talking about the holidays. By the time we publish this episode, most of us will have started thinking about the upcoming holiday season. What does that have to do with sex? Just this—the six or seven weeks from mid-November until New Year’s Day are some of the busiest and most stressful of the year for women. And we know from previous episodes (and you likely know from your own experience) that stress can mess with your libido and your sex life. So, we w...
2022-11-01
35 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
How to Do Oral Sex
About this episode We hear from many wives who say they struggle with giving oral sex. In episode 42, we looked at the big picture of oral sex and discussed what God has to say, health concerns, and how a couple can work through their disagreement about oral sex. This episode is for wives who are ready to start giving their husbands oral sex or who want to get even better at it. We’re going to get into some specifics here. So, friends, pull yourself up close to our virtual kitchen table and listen up....
2022-10-19
31 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
Best of Summer 2022, Chris's Pick
About this episode We understand the struggle wives often have with their body image and how it affects their sexuality. Today we want to revisit this topic to discuss how we can finally embrace our bodies and get comfortable being naked with our husbands. Why is having a positive body image such a challenge for women? What can we do to combat messages that make us feel worse about ourselves? Do we have any responsibility to take care of our bodies? Despite how we feel about ourselves, most husbands find...
2022-08-09
29 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
Best of Summer 2022: J's Pick
Today we’re talking about higher desire wives. But whether your sexual interest is higher or lower than your husband, you’ll benefit from our conversation. Sponsor Learn more HERE. From the Bible What does God have to say about higher desire wives? “The husband should fulfill his marital duty to his wife, and likewise the wife to her husband. The wife does not have authority over her own body but yields it to her husband. In the same way, the husband does not have a...
2022-07-12
35 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
Listener Questions - Answered!
About this episode Bonny and Chris answer questions about older kids knowing that their parents are having sex, responding to a husband's struggle with pornography, and discerning what is okay in the bedroom. Sponsor https://b-ltx.com/venus-pearls/ From the Bible Matthew 5:28 - But I tell you that anyone who looks at a woman lustfully has already committed adultery with her in his heart. Song of Solomon 2:3 - Like an apple...
2022-05-19
33 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
Our 5th Anniversary Episode (with bloopers!)
When we started podcasting in February 2017, we didn't know whether we'd get through one year, much less five years. But here we are, celebrating this amazing milestone with a bit of reminiscing, some bloopers, and our wishes and hopes for our fabulous listeners! Sponsor Visit Married Dance Shop From the Bible She is clothed with strength and dignity; she can laugh at the days to come. - Proverbs 31:25 Resources Hope for Wives Podcast Strong Wives - Bonny's Coaching Practice Healthy Life Toolbox - Gaye's New Site H...
2022-02-08
26 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
New Year, New Sexual You
We’re back! It was an eventful December and early January for us and will share what we have been doing. Today, we’re talking about a new sexual you. What does that mean? What does it look like? And how can you achieve it? What does it mean to have a new sexual you? Are we saying just more sex or something else? What would it look like to make goals for improving sexuality? What kinds of goals can wives set for themselves and their marriage? Once you’ve set some goals, how can you track your progre...
2022-01-11
29 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
10 Best Things About Sex
What are the best things about sex? We compiled a list of ten and hope it will inspire you to pursue better and deeper intimacy in your marriage. Sponsor Black Friday sale: 13% off store-wide! Visit Married Dance HERE. Also check out Make My Own Soap! Use coupon code 10off for $10 off the one-pound loaf starter kit. Use coupon code 20off for $20 off the LOAF starter kit. From the Bible What does the Bible say about the best things about sex? I belong to...
2021-11-09
24 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
Prayer and Sex
About this episode 1 Thessalonians 5 tells us to rejoice always, pray continually, and give thanks in all circumstances. Today we're going to talk about what this means in relation to sex. How can we pray about sex or during sex? Some wives may think it seems a little weird to be thinking about prayer and sex. Why is that? What does the Bible say about prayer and sex? How can we help ourselves get more comfortable talking to God when it comes to sex? What are some ways we can pray...
2021-10-13
23 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
On Fantasy, Focus & Feeling Betrayed (Listener Questions)
We are down one host with Chris out today, but Gaye, Bonny, and I are here to answer your questions. If you have a question that you’d like us to address, head to our website, click the Ask a Question tab, and shoot us an email. While we cannot respond to all of your questions, we try to cover a lot of ground and answer what we can. Be sure to go back through our older episodes as well to see if we might have covered a topic you’re wondering about. "[My husband] continues to l...
2021-09-29
24 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
Pursuing Playfulness in Sexual Intimacy
About this episode We are going to discuss practical ways to help you discover fun and playfulness between you and your husband. We talk a lot about being lighthearted during sexual intimacy, and today we want to spark your creativity. What are some obstacles you can think of that would hinder playfulness in a married couple’s sexual relationship? What would you say to a friend who sees playfulness as a challenge to incorporate into her sexual relationship with her husband? What are some practical ideas to find light-heartedness or create playfulness du...
2021-09-01
24 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
The Most Pleasurable Sex Positions
About this episode Today’s episode has a tantalizing title, but what we’re really talking about are positions that work especially well for a wife, ones that don’t work, and positions might give you a better opportunity to orgasm. Let’s revisit some basic concepts first and discuss why sexual positioning matters. What are some of the more comfortable or pleasurable sex positions for the wife? Now how about what Bonny has called #positionfail? That is, positions you or others have tried that Did Not Work Out? What are some sex posi...
2021-08-17
25 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
Listener Questions
In this episode, we answer a few of your questions. “What are other ways to relax and enjoy my husband guilt free?” “I don't like feeling like it’s just sex.... Do I have a block? Was I wrong to be upset? How do I get myself [past] feeling like it's cold and not love?” “I was hoping you could share some wisdom of what it's like moving in with your husband for the first time… what to expect…how to talk to one another about our soon to be sex life, and tips for a soon to be pastor's wife...
2021-04-27
31 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
How Often Should You Have Sex
Take the Survey As mentioned in the episode, Chris Taylor of Honeycomb & Spice is doing a survey on chronic illness and sex. We'd appreciate you taking the survey, so that she can address this subject well. Click the link: https://tinyurl.com/chronic-survey Or scan the QR code: About the Episode How often should a married couple have sex? You might think this would be an easy question to answer, but we think it’s going to take a whole episode. How do seasons of life affect the fr...
2021-04-12
29 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
100th Episode
About this episode Today is our 100th Episode! On this special episode, we share what we do when we're not talking about sex, what ministry projects we're working on, and nearly half of a 100 sex tips list we ask our listeners help us complete. Sponsor Infinitemoon.com From the Bible What does God have to say about our ministry (and yours)? Praise be to the God and Father of...
2021-02-16
29 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
35 Gifts for Your Marriage
Bonny, Chris, Gaye, and J have a list of gifts that can help you learn, love, and laugh in your marriage! Sponsor Click to visit the website and shop! Also sponsored by Share the Soap. Learn more about their romance set! From the Bible What does God have to say about gift-giving? A gift opens the way and ushers the giver into the presence of the great. - Proverbs 18:16 On coming to the house, they saw the child with his mother Mary, and they bowed d...
2020-11-24
21 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
What Research Tells Wives About Sex, with Shaunti Feldhahn
We are so privileged today to have Shaunti Feldhahn—social researcher, bestselling author, and popular speaker—pulling up a chair at our virtual kitchen table. Sponsor Click Here to Purchase or Learn More Click Here to Visit Our Sponsor Use coupon code FCW for 20% off your first purchase Click Here to Visit Carefree Organics Skincare Use coupon code FCW20 for 20% off one purchase And not mentioned in the show, but check out this Online...
2020-09-29
37 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
Getting Him to Touch You Where You Want
It’s a common scenario we hear: She wants him to touch her body in various places, and he wants to focus on the “good bits.” So today, we’re going to talk about where you’d like to be touched, besides your special lady-parts, and how you can get your husband to spend more time and attention there. Sponsor Click to Learn More. From the Bible What does God have to say about touching and kissing her body? She Let him kiss me with the kisses of...
2020-09-01
18 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
4 Tips to Improve Your Sex Life
We want to encourage you to just think of one thing you could do to improve your sex life. To give you some ideas, we're each going to share one thing we did to improve our sex life. Sponsor Click to Learn More! From the Bible What does God have to say about our tips? For his unfailing love toward those who fear him is as great as the height of the heavens above the earth. He has removed our sins as far from us
2020-08-18
19 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
The Worst & Best Sex Advice We've Ever Received
About this episode There is some really bad sex advice out there, most of it because the people giving the advice don’t know any better themselves. Today we’re sharing with you the worst sex advice we’ve personally received, but also the best sex advice we’ve received. Okay, ladies, what is the worst sex tip you have gotten either from a resource or an individual? Taking a positive perspective, how can we correct the record? That is, how should each of us and women out there respond when we encounter bad advice? What is the b...
2020-08-05
19 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
Talk to Friends
Our podcast is hosted by four friends talking biblically and authentically about sexual intimacy. How can you find your own friend group to talk with about sex? We've got some tips! Sponsors From the Bible Friends We rejoice and delight in you; we will praise your love more than wine. Song of Songs 1:4 The godly give good advice to their friends; the wicked lead them astray. Proverbs 12:26 (NLT) Resources Finding Friends to Support Your Marital Intimacy – Hot, Ho...
2020-07-21
19 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
Making Space in Your Life for Sex
About this episode Today we’re talking about making space in your life for sex. And whether you’re listening to this in the time of COVID, when we’re recording it, or at a time when things are more back to normal, you probably have some sense of what it means to make space (or lack space) in your life for sex, intimacy, and just in general enjoying your marriage. Sponsor I want to know more! ...
2020-07-07
27 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
Trying New Sex Positions
About This Episode Is it time to expand your sexual position repertoire? We discuss going beyond "missionary" to include other positions, with a dose of reality on what's do-able and how to introduce new positions into your marriage. Sponsor Click HERE to Learn More! From the Bible "His left arm is under my head, and his right arm embraces me." Song of Songs 2:6, 8:3 The mandrakes give off a fragrance, and at our doors is every delicacy, both new and old. I have treasured them...
2020-06-23
23 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
Breasts and How They Impact Female Sexuality
Today, we are discussing breasts and how they can impact your sexuality. Song of Solomon calls them twin fawns of a gazelle and clusters of fruit. Whether your twins are gazelles, grapes, or grapefruit, we are going to delve into a discussion about the female breast. What are some of the names used for breasts through the years? We can’t talk about breasts without first talking about breast feeding. How can nursing affect a wife’s sexual intimacy? What are some characteristics of healthy breasts and what are some warning signs that you may need to go to the...
2020-03-18
27 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
Sexless Marriages
About the Episode Around 20% of marriages are sexless. That is, the couple has sexual activity ten or fewer times per year. About ten years ago, a New York Times study indicated that 15% of couples haven’t had sex in at least six months. Sexlessness in a marriage can be a source of deep pain—and if often reflects pain as well. Today we’re going to talk about sexless marriages and what you can do about it if you’re in one. Sponsor Click Here to Learn More...
2019-10-30
42 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
Shower Power
Episode 69: Shower Power About this episode Today we’re talking about bathing and showering—not just having sex in a shower or bathtub, but the whole kit-and-caboodle. You’ll see what we mean once we get started. Sponsor Click Here to Learn More From the Bible What does God have to say about sex and showers (or bathing)? Song of Songs 4:15 You are a garden fountain, a well...
2019-10-15
24 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
Higher Desire Wives
About the Episode Today we're talking about higher desire wives. But whether your sexual interest is higher or lower than your husband, you’ll benefit from our conversation. Let’s begin by defining “higher drive wives.” Are these just wives who want an excessive amount of sex? What makes a wife higher drive or desire? The standard presumption is that husbands want sex more than their wives. Why has this message been so prevalent, and why do we need to change it? What are some reasons why husbands might have less sexual interest than their wives? What do...
2019-09-04
36 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
Listener Questions
Episode 61: Listener Questions About This Episode Today, we are answering some of your questions! How do I practically and emotionally manage the messiness of love making? How do I talk to my husband about his premature ejaculation? Is it normal to feel self conscious about the way my vulva looks? Sponsor: Everpillow by Infinitemoon Use SEXCHAT10 in your cart for 10% off Click here to learn more about Everpillow This episode was also sponsored in part by Pillow Talk, by J. Parker. Click he...
2019-07-09
21 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
Listener Questions
About the Episode We tackle listener questions about gifts for a virgin bride, sex positions, and predicting sex drive. My friend is getting married this year, and she is a virgin. What kind of gifts would you recommend to help her have a more comfortable transition into losing her virginity, and loving sex? My husband and I are newly married and I feel like we repeat the same three positions and we have discussed getting a book to figure out new positions! I'm getting married in a few weeks. Is there any way to know before...
2019-05-15
27 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
Listener Questions
About the Episode We tackle listener questions about gifts for a virgin bride, sex positions, and predicting sex drive. My friend is getting married this year, and she is a virgin. What kind of gifts would you recommend to help her have a more comfortable transition into losing her virginity, and loving sex? My husband and I are newly married and I feel like we repeat the same three positions and we have discussed getting a book to figure out new positions! I'm getting married in a few weeks. Is there any way to know before...
2019-05-15
27 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
Interruptions
Today we’re talking about the challenge of interruptions, what form they take, and what to do about them so you can still have and enjoy sexual intimacy in your marriage. What are some common interruptions couples face? Why do interruptions make it especially difficult for women to refocus on sexual intimacy? Do you have a story of being interrupted during sex and how you handled it? How can we minimize interruptions? How can we deal with interruptions that happen no matter what? Sponsor Get all 220+ sex position illustrations in playing card format! Th...
2019-04-02
24 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
Resources for Great Sex
Episode 52: Resources for Great Sex About this episode Today we’re talking about resources for your marriage, and specifically about resources to help you enjoy great sex in your marriage. From the Bible What does God have to say about sex? A lot! The Bible says a great deal about marriage and intimacy. Start with the Song of Songs. Resources We mentioned a LOT in this episode—and here are all the links for you! (This list includes affiliate links that earn us a sm...
2019-03-05
30 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
Happily with Kevin A. Thompson
Our guest today is Kevin A. Thompson, the lead pastor at Community Bible Church in western Arkansas, speaks at marriage and parenting conferences, and has authored three books, the most recent one titled Happily: 8 Commitments of Couples Who Laugh, Love & Last. In Happily, you start by talking about how we tend to think happy or unhappy marriages are a product of luck or unspoken rules like marrying the right person. We've also heard this with the idea of sexual compatibility. What do y’all think about that idea? You have eight commitments outlined in Happily, but one stuck ou...
2019-02-04
35 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
Happily with Kevin A. Thompson
Our guest today is Kevin A. Thompson, the lead pastor at Community Bible Church in western Arkansas, speaks at marriage and parenting conferences, and has authored three books, the most recent one titled Happily: 8 Commitments of Couples Who Laugh, Love & Last. In Happily, you start by talking about how we tend to think happy or unhappy marriages are a product of luck or unspoken rules like marrying the right person. We've also heard this with the idea of sexual compatibility. What do y’all think about that idea? You have eight commitments outlined in Happily, but one stuck ou...
2019-02-04
35 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
49-New Year for Intimacy
Today, we’re talking about creating a new year for intimacy in your marriage. Although we’re already a few weeks into 2019, there’s still plenty of time to make a plan for growing closer to your husband, strengthening your marriage, and enjoying sex and intimacy this year. There are lots of different ways to approach change in general. How do you approach making changes in your life? What changes do you plan to make this year, either in your marriage or in other areas of your life? What’s your best recommendation to a listener who wants to impro...
2019-01-22
28 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
Rethinking Sexuality
Dr. Juli Slattery, president of Authentic Intimacy, joins us for this episode. Her most recent book, Rethinking Sexuality: God’s Design and Why It Matters, challenges us to think about sexuality in new ways. We talk with Juli about sexual brokenness, why the enemy likes to attack our sexuality, and how we can pray about our sex lives (even during sex!). From the Bible What does God have to say about brokenness and how we can fight the enemy's attacks on us (even in the area of sexuality)? And we...
2019-01-08
43 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
Foreplay
About this episode Merriam-Webster defines foreplay as "erotic stimulation preceding sexual intercourse." But what is erotic stimulation? And why is it important for the sexual intimacy in a marriage? How do men and women tend to think about foreplay differently? What does that word mean to husbands? What does it mean to wives? What actually constitutes foreplay? Why is foreplay important for a married couple? How can wives talk about their foreplay desires with their husbands? Is foreplay in the Bible? From the Bible What does God have to say about foreplay?
2018-10-23
23 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
A Conversation About Porn (Part 1)
Join us for the first of three episodes about a wife dealing with her husband's pornography use. In this episode, Bonny chats with Chris about what she experienced in her marriage. Be sure to check out the show notes on our website.
2018-07-17
22 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
16-Guy Talk: Men's Sexuality
J, Gaye, Chris, and Bonny talk about what marriage blogger husbands had to say about what they wish women understood about their sexuality.
2017-08-14
29 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
15-Listener Questions
Gaye, Chris, and Bonny answer listener questions about menopause, communication, breastfeeding, spicing it up, and more.
2017-07-31
26 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
14-Guy Talk: A Wife's Beauty
When a woman sees her body's flaws, it can be confusing when her husband tells her that she's beautiful. She wonders how he can see past her flaws. Listen in as five marriage blogger husbands discuss a husband's perception of his wife's body. Then Gaye, Bonny, J, and Chris will weigh in.
2017-07-17
31 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
12-Guy Talk: The Importance of Sex
Listen in as five marriage blogger husbands answer the question, "Why is sex important?" Paul Byerly (The Generous Husband and The XY Code), Scott Means (Heaven-Made Marriage), Brad Aldrich (One-Flesh Marriage), Tom Walter (The Romantic Vineyard), and Doug Taylor (Big Guy from The Forgiven Wife) discuss the importance of sex. After their conversation, Bonny, Gaye, J, and Chris chat about what the guys had to say.
2017-06-19
26 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
11-Introducing the Podcast Team
Meet Gaye, J, Bonny, and Chris! Why do we all blog about sex? Why are we podcasting?
2017-06-05
31 min
Sex Chat for Christian Wives
9-listener questions
Gaye, Bonny, and Chris tackle some questions from our listeners: What if my husband says my feelings aren't valid? How can I experience multiple orgasms? What do I do about my husband's ED?
2017-05-08
21 min
Full Of Sith: Star Wars News, Discussions and Interviews
Episode LXXXIII: Gary Kurtz and Chris Taylor
Mike, Bobby, and Bryan are joined by Mashable's Chris Taylor. Chris interviewed Star Wars producer Gary Kurtz about many of the myths about the making of Star Wars and the four of them listen in and dissect what the man who brought us Star Wars had to say. Afterward, they discuss the latest rumors and rumblings, including Rian Johnson's comments about Yoda in Episode VIII.If you like the show, please leave us iTunes/Stitcher reviews and share us with your friends and family! We’d greatly appreciate it.Full Of Sith is a safe ha...
2014-09-21
1h 34
Full Of Sith: Star Wars News, Discussions and Interviews
Episode LXXIV: Chris Taylor
Bryan, Mike, and Bobby interview Mashable's Chris Taylor about his new book, "How Star Wars Conquered the Universe." They discuss Chris's first exposure to Star Wars, the research for his book, and then they delve into the latest Episode VII rumors together...If you like the show, please leave us iTunes/Stitcher reviews and share us with your friends and family! We’d greatly appreciate it.Full Of Sith is a safe haven for Star Wars fans, no matter what you like or what your opions are, we'd love for you to share them with us...
2014-07-21
1h 19