Man Within Podcast

755 - Aaron Smith on Repairing A Sexless Marriage, Building A Marriage After God, and Why The Enemy Targets Our Purity

Jul 26, 2024

Aaron Smith, a devoted husband, father, pastor, and bestselling author, discusses his journey from battling pornography and a sexless marriage to co-founding an online marriage ministry with his wife, Jennifer. They dive into the spiritual and physical healing necessary for overcoming intimacy challenges and the impact of candid communication. Aaron emphasizes that marriage itself is a ministry, reflecting faith and purpose, while providing insights on nurturing intimacy through prayer and overcoming modern struggles in relationships.

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Quick takeaways

Open communication and mutual understanding are crucial for overcoming issues like pornography and fostering healthy marriages.

Engaging in shared spiritual practices, such as praying together, enhances emotional intimacy and aligns couples with God's purpose.

Viewing marriage as a ministry encourages couples to leverage their experiences to serve others and deepen their relationship.

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Building Healthy Relationships

The discussion emphasizes the foundational components essential for fostering healthy relationships, particularly in the context of marriage. It highlights the necessity for open communication and mutual understanding between partners, focusing on the importance of addressing issues like pornography and sexual integrity. The conversation illustrates how these challenges can impact not only personal relationships but also one's relationship with God. By exploring the significance of biblical principles in relationship dynamics, the speakers provide insights on how couples can navigate their challenges through faith and collaboration.

Intro

3min

The Evolution of Marriage After God

7min

Navigating Intimacy in Marriage

16min

Marriage as Ministry: A Divine Partnership

16min

Struggles and Spiritual Freedom in Modern Marriages

10min

Building Intimacy Through Prayer in Marriage

4min

Strengthening Marriages and Overcoming Challenges

4min

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Aaron Smith joins us to share his profound journey from struggling with pornography and a sexless marriage to establishing a ministry that champions marital unity and purity. His story is a testament to God's redemptive power, offering hope and actionable insights for men seeking to rebuild their relationships and walk in faith.

Aaron is a devoted husband, father, pastor, and bestselling author, and has dedicated his life to strengthening marriages and leading people to Christ. Co-founding an online marriage ministry with his wife Jennifer, they share grace and biblical wisdom through social media channels, impacting hundreds of thousands.

Now a pastor of a thriving home church in Central Oregon, Aaron's passion lies in fostering a revolutionary revival in husbands' hearts, rooted in his unwavering belief in the transformative power of God's Word.

In this episode, we discuss:

[00:00] Introduction to Aaron and the episode

[04:40] Working together in business and ministry as a husband and wife team

[08:05] The journey from a challenging start to embracing parenthood and finding God's purpose in marriage

[10:10] The pivotal role of spiritual and physical healing in overcoming sexual challenges and pornography addiction

[14:40] Struggling through periods when sex is painful for your wife and you're turning to unhealthy coping mechanisms

[17:08] The importance of sexual intimacy within marriage and the biblical perspective on mutual consent and desire

[26:05] Unpacking the concept of "Marriage After God" and the significance of viewing marriage as a ministry

[37:41] Practical advice for men wanting to lead their families spiritually and embrace their ministry within their marriage

[44:01] What truly heals us in pornography addiction

[52:09] The Marriage Gift 365-day devotional

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