Intimacy with Understanding

God created marriage to be a covenant of deep love, trust, and intimacy — emotionally, spiritually, and physically. In a world that often distorts or cheapens love, Scripture reminds us that true intimacy is a sacred reflection of God’s own faithful and passionate love for His people. This message will explore how God celebrates romantic love, calls us to wisdom and faithfulness, and instructs husbands and wives to honor and serve one another with mutual devotion.

Verses Used:

Genesis 2:18-25

Song of Solomon 1:8-17

Proverbs 5:19

1st Corinthians 7:3-5

Song of Solomon 4:16

Hebrews 13:4

Romans 6:5-7

Discussion Questions:

Icebreaker: If you could relive one date or trip together, what would it be and why?

1.    What are some ways our culture’s view of intimacy differs from God’s design?

2.   What does it mean that “the two become one flesh”? How does this go beyond physical intimacy?

3.   Read Proverbs 31:10-12 together. How do words of praise and encouragement build closeness between spouses?

4.   Read Proverbs 5:15-19 together. What does Proverbs teach about rejoicing in “the wife/husband of your youth” and how do these verses challenge you to remain faithful to living them out in your marriage?

5.   Why is open, honest communication so important for intimacy?

6.   What barriers (emotional, physical, or spiritual) sometimes make connection difficult?

7.    How can we work through seasons of distance or misunderstanding with grace?

8.   How does forgiveness restore intimacy and trust?