# 28 Marriage Devotional: What Intimacy Really Means

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Podcast: [Marriage After God](https://stenobird.com/podcast/marriage-after-god-1000819)
Published: 2026-06-10T11:00:26+00:00
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In this week’s episode of the Marriage After God podcast, Aaron and Jennifer Smith continue their 30-week marriage devotional series by discussing the role of intimacy in marriage. While many people immediately think of physical intimacy when they hear the word intimacy, Aaron and Jennifer explain that God designed marriage to include physical, emotional, and spiritual intimacy. They share how intimacy reflects God’s relational nature, why vulnerability is essential for connection, and how couples can intentionally cultivate deeper unity in every area of their marriage. Key Takeaways Intimacy is more than sex, but physical intimacy is an important and God-designed part of marriage. Humans are created in the image of a relational God and are designed for deep connection. Marriage is the only earthly relationship where every level of intimacy is meant to be experienced. Physical intimacy builds unity, trust, comfort, and connection between husband and wife. Emotional intimacy grows through vulnerability, communication, empathy, and attentive listening. Spiritual intimacy is cultivated through prayer, worship, Scripture, and pursuing God together. True intimacy begins with a relationship with God, not with our spouse. Vulnerability is necessary for building trust and deeper connection in marriage. Couples should not allow distractions, bitterness, exhaustion, or unresolved conflict to hinder intimacy. Both spouses should take responsibility for initiating intimacy rather than waiting for the other person. Obedience to God in marriage is not contingent on a spouse’s actions or responses. Healthy intimacy requires continual investment and intentionality over time. Scripture References Discussed Genesis 1–2 Genesis 2:24 1 Corinthians 7:3–5 1 John 4:7–8 Ephesians 5:25–26 If y…

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