The show starts off today with an article on why women ‘crush’ on their pastors, and Mark and crew discuss a situation with a listener that falls into that category. Then he answers emails about men in children’s ministry not being allowed to change diapers or take kids to the bathroom because of safety concerns, another one about a crazy in-law situation, and a guy in Poland wants to know how you can know that your sex drives match without ‘test driving’ first. Mark also has strong words for a young couple in college who want to date long distance because “God says they aren’t to get married yet”.
A wife needs help dealing with her husband who won’t have sex with her, and a listener wants to know does “without words” work when a husband uses it on his wife?
A college student is looking for guidance regarding her boyfriend who doesn’t have a job and a “proud army wife” follows up on her previous email with more information.
Also want to know why marrying a person named Mark or Susan may not be such a good idea!?
On today’s show Mark and Debbie start off discussing an MSN article about the link between devoted dads and risky teen sexual behavior and further discuss studies that show the spiritual value and influence of fathers. (Additional article here) Mark tackles the subject of sex toys and whether or not they are appropriate and if masturbation is okay when couples are separated for long periods of time. He answers an email on sex drives and how to deal with the differences, and one from a woman who asks how to deal with a husband who plays video games continuously.
On today’s show Mark discusses the health risks of masturbation, covenant marriage, manipulation vs. motivation in marriage, how long to date, and differing sex drives.
On today’s show Mark welcomes guests Chris and Emilee Danielson, morning show hosts from Arizona’s Family LIfe Radio. They discuss the Danielson’s ministry, being intentional about marriage, differing sex drives, young marriage, and whether the use of sex toys is appropriate.