Conjugal Intimacy
Text
Deut 24:5; Prov 5:15-20
Aims
to understand the importance of discussing conjugal intimacy in courtship,
to discuss the value of intimacy and banes of denial in marital Lifestyle and
to shed light on the possible dangers in lack of conjugal intimacy in marital Lifestyle.
Introduction
Conjugal intimacy simply means sexual relationship among Christian married couples. Even though it is an abominable and ungodly act during courtship; yet, intending couple should never shy away from discussing this topic and asking themselves when they will like to be having fun together; how they want it and when to avoid it especially for spiritual inclination. Discussing this before they finally marry will open their eyes to romantic relationship as the foundation for pleasure in marital life. The biblical injunctions in our texts today open our eyes to more value that discussion on conjugal intimacy adds to marital union.
Study guide
Elucidate on the context of today’s Bible passages (Deut 24:5 and Prov 5:15-20) in line with Gen 1:28a, and explain the importance of discussing conjugal intimacy before marriage.
Study Prov 5:15-18 again and relate it with 1Cor 7:2-3 and explain the dangers in avoiding discussing conjugal denial before marriage.
From life experience, why do you think some spouses deny themselves conjugal intimacy after their marriage? And discuss the effects on their marital lives.
In the context of 1Cor 7:4-5, how do you think discussing conjugal intimacy before marriage can balance the spiritual lives of intending couple with their marital obligations in intimacy?
Conclusion
conjugal intimacy is never a crime in marriage neither is it a bane to spiritual standard; rather, it is the fun and pleasure of the union. Therefore, for couples to openly discuss their expectations and desires regarding sex and intimacy is a crucial part of pre-marital conversations.
Food for thought
Discussing conjugal relationship in godly relationship before legal marriage is never a sin but the fun of godly union in marriage.
Memory verse
Deut 24:5 “"When a man has taken a new wife, he shall not go out to war or be charged with any business; he shall be free at home one year, and bring happiness to his wife whom he has taken”.