Spiritual intimacy is the pathway to marital intimacy.web: www.inspiringmarriages.netemail: [email protected]: @joseph_fields_texasGod wants to transform your marriage to reflect the relationship of Christ and the Church.“The marriage relationship is doubtless a great mystery, but I am speaking of something deeper still—the marriage of Christ and his Church”  Ephesians 5:32 Phillips Marriage:   A man and a womanSpiritually, Emotionally, Intellectually and Physically intimateWorking together in a shared life to help each other realize their visions and dreamsWalking with God to fulfill their callings and goals“And the man and his wife were both naked and were not ashamed. “ Genesis 2:25 NASB1995“And the man and his wife were both naked and were not embarrassed or ashamed in each other’s presence.”  Genesis 2:25 AMPCWebster 1828:INTIMATE,adjective Inmost; inward; internal; near closeINTIMATE, noun A familiar friend or associate; one to whom the thoughts of another are entrusted without reserve.INTIMATE, verb  To share together.Four Main Areas of IntimacySpiritual Intimacy: Connects on a deeper spiritual levelPhysical intimacy: Includes physical contact and affection – the most exclusive part of your marital relationshipEmotional intimacy: Based on trust and respect.Intellectual intimacy: Involves deep conversations and shared ideas. Intimacy: “Into me see”.  A relationship based on trust and respect where the most innermost thoughts and feelings are freely shared without reserve.  Spiritual Intimacy – the pathway to deeper marital intimacyThe Importance of Spiritual Intimacy Becoming intimate with God can indeed lead to a deeper understanding and experience of His abundance in your life. When you nurture a close relationship with God, it often opens the door to spiritual, emotional, and even material blessings. This intimacy allows you to align with His will, which can bring peace, joy, and fulfillment that surpasses worldly measures. God's abundance is not just about material wealth, but about experiencing His love, grace, and provision in all areas of life. “Royality is my identity. Servanthood is my assignment. Intimacy with God is my life source.”  -- Pastor Bill Johnson Glorifying God and developing a close relationship with Him are indeed central to His ultimate purpose for your life. The Bible emphasizes that God's desire is for His people to know Him intimately and live in communion with Him. This intimacy becomes the foundation for experiencing God's presence and power in every aspect of life. "The Spirit of God is jealous over us; He doesn't want superficial fellowship, but genuine intimacy." ~ John Bevere “And this is eternal life, that they know you, the only true God, and Jesus Christ whom you have sent.”   John 17:3 ESV “And this is eternal life: [it means] to know (to perceive, recognize, become acquainted with, and understand) You, the only true and real God, and[likewise] to know...

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