Sexual issues can be overwhelming.  Many people think sex is supposed to “be natural and just be wonderful, always”.  In reality it is complex and takes two people to work together to love, accept and enjoy each other.  In response, FamilyLife has put together answers for the many questions we hear. The following collection will be helpful in answering some basic questions to point you in a direction.

This resource coupled with a professional opinion would be even better.  We recommend that you go ask your medical doctor to rule out any physical issues.  We also recommend a counselor for emotional or psychological help.  If this issue is impacting your marriage, you need to find help together with a counselor.  For those with psychological issues perhaps due to abuse we strongly recommend seeing a psychologist, someone who specializes in abuse issues if that issue pertains.

We have mentors ready to talk to you at any time. Mentoring is free and confidential.

Related Resources

Websites

The Marriage Bed

Intimacy in Marriage – Wives Who Want More Sex

Books

General Sexual information:

• The Gift of Sex: A Guide to Sexual Fulfillment by: Cliff and Joyce Penner
• The Good Girls’ Guide to Great Sex By: Sheila Wray Gregoire
• Intimate Issues: 21 Questions Christian Women Ask About Sex by: Linda Dillow and Lorraine Pintus

Intimacy Restored:

• Kiss Me Again: Restoring Lost Intimacy in Marriage by: Barbara Wilson
• Restoring the Pleasure Complete Step-by-Step Programs to Help Couples Overcome the Most Common Sexual Barriers by Cliff and Joyce Penner

Sexual Abuse Recovery:

• On The Threshold of Hope by: Diane Langberg
• The Wounded Heart: Hope For Adult Victims of Childhood Sexual Abuse by: Dan Allender
• The Wounded Heart Workbook: A Companion Workbook for Personal or Group Use by: Dan Allender

Sexual Past:

• The Invisible Bond: How to Break Free From Your Sexual Past by: Barbara Wilson

Libido Issues:

• The Sex Starved Marriage: Boosting Your Marriage Libido by: Michele Weiner Davis
• The Sex Starved Wife: What To Do When He’s Lost Desire by: Michele Weiner Davis