The Lila Rose Show

E251: Marriage, Sex, and Children: The Messy Truth w/Tim and Chrissy Horton | Lila Rose Show

Sep 23, 2025
Chrissy and Tim Horton bring an honest and humorous perspective on marriage and family life. Chrissy, a content creator, and mother of six, along with her husband Tim, a software developer, tackle the viral controversy surrounding men's self-control and marital intimacy. They discuss the dynamics of postpartum abstinence and the real challenges of raising a large family. Their candid insights shed light on faith, masculinity, and the sacrifices that come with family life, all while sharing the behind-the-scenes of their love story.
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ANECDOTE

How They Met And Grew Together

  • Tim and Chrissy first met through church and campus interactions while they were young and still figuring life out.
  • They dated through college, grew together, and later built a large family and public presence together.
INSIGHT

From Cafeteria Catholic To Conviction

  • Tim realized he had been a nominal Catholic for years and that bending rules felt like inventing his own religion.
  • This recognition helped him embrace Church teachings and the discipline they provide.
ANECDOTE

COVID As A Turning Point

  • The Hortons describe a spiritual awakening around 2020, which deepened after their fourth child and during COVID.
  • That period sparked confession, renewed practice, and deeper engagement with faith.
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