Body, Soul, and Spirit: Intimacy in Marriage, Part 1 (Audio)

Intimacy is far more than simply the physical or the sensual.  Intimacy in marriage is a beautiful and intricate dance between body, soul, and spirit.

Discussion questions:

1. On a scale of 1-10, how awkward is this topic?
   
2. Do you agree with the statement regarding the reversal of body, soul, and spirit in the marriage relationship? Why or why not?
   
3. Of the four areas we touched on, which is the one that resonates the most, and can you give an example from your marriage?
   

Key Verses

Part 1 – God’s Design & Intention

God’s objective for your marriage: Oneness – Body, Soul, & Spirit

– Ephesians 5:31

The Three Bridges to Intimacy

• Joy, Delight, & Desire
  
  • • Proverbs 5:18
      
    • Ecclesiastes 9:9
      
    • Song of Songs 2:3
      
    • Song of Songs 7:7-10
      

• Purity, Honor, & Faithfulness
  
  • • Song of songs 2:2-3
      
    • Proverbs 5:15-17
      
    • Hebrews 13:4
      
    • Malachi 2:15
      

• Romance & Love 
  
  • • 1 Corinthians 7:5, 1 Corinthians 13:4-8
      
    • Song of Songs 2:16