We explore findings from three recent scientific studies that show how flexible expectations, strong relationships, and emotional meaning shape a lifetime of sexual satisfaction in marriage.

Bouchard KN, Cormier M, Huberman JS, Rosen NO. Sexual script flexibility and sexual well-being in long-term couples. Journal of Sexual Medicine. 2023.
Tavares IM, Rosen NO, Heiman JR, Nobre PJ. Longitudinal associations between relational and sexual well-being. Family Process. 2024.
Henninger W, Heinz M, Taylor N. Love, Sex & Aging. Social Sciences. 2025.

Warning: We cover necessary and important topics about the marriage relationship and sex. We use frank language without being crude or crass. Our approach is biblical and wholesome, but not intended for singles — especially not for children.

Additional info:

Ladies, make your voice and experience heard, take part in new sex research: The Lived Experience of Marital Sex: Women's Perspectives -- www.surveymonkey.com/r/QRWQPWK

Join us at the Intimate Covenant Annual Marriage Retreat -- details and registration: www.intimatecovenant.com/retreat

RiverHills Retreat Marriage Enrichment Weekend -- Hayden, Alabama; April 18th. Register here: intimatecovenant/alabama

Please support these companies that support Intimate Covenant:

Married Dance — https://marrieddance.com/?aff=29
We’re a Christian-friendly, marriage-centered sex toy and marital aid store for couples that’s nudity-free.
Shop from this link for special savings and part of your purchase will support Intimate Covenant.
Coconu — http://www.coconu.com
Coconu is committed to helping people lead healthier, happier lives by offering 100% safe and organic personal care products.
Your purchase helps support Intimate Covenant AND you get 15% OFF. Coupon Code: intimateconvenant
Dating Divas — https://thedatingdivas.myshopify.com?sca_ref=6278443.H6eWDeXGfx
Strengthening marriages one date at a time.
Shop from this link and your part of your purchase will help support Intimate Covenant. Check out their Sexy Subscription Boxes!
Honoring Intimates — https://www.honoringintimates.com/?ref=INTIMATECOVENANT
Modest and classy premium lingerie, model-free.
Get 20% off and support Intimate Covenant with your purchase.
Ginger & Peach — https://www.gingerandpeachlingerie.com/
Ginger & Peach lingerie is a Christian husband and wife owned brand bringing classy, model-free lingerie to the market.
Get 10% off your order and support Intimate Covenant with code: “INTIMATECOVENANT"

To send your comments, questions and suggestions, go to our website: www.intimatecovenant.com/podcast and click on the button: “Contact the Podcast” for an ANONYMOUS submission form. Or, send an email: podcast@intimatecovenant.com

Thanks for sharing, rating, reviewing and subs

Support the show

What Science Reveals About Lifelong Intimacy