S2E13: 8 "Hedges of Protection" to Place Around Your Marriage (Pt. 2)

Season 2: Six Keys to Better Sex in Marriage
Episode 13: 8 "Hedges of Protection" to Place Around Your Marriage (Pt. 2)

In this episode the Smiths discuss Key 4 - Fiercely Protect Emotional Intimacy with and for One Another. In this key, the Smiths continue to share the "hedges of protection" they have placed around themselves to protect the fidelity of their marriage. The first 4 were covered in episode 12 and the last 4 are covered in this episode.

5. Be cautious of social media interactions with others of the opposite sex, especially former "flames."
6. Keep no secrets.
7. Be mindful of affairs of the heart (emotional affairs).
8. Don't lose your mind.

Mentioned in this episode:

• Matthew 15:18-19
• Genesis 3 (Read and look for key words like "hide", "cover", "blame", "deny," etc.)
• Mark 4:22
• The 5 Love Languages by Gary Chapman
• Ephesians 5:13
• James 5:16
• 1 Peter 5:8
• Proverbs 20:1
• Ephesians 5:15-18

Couple's Conversation:
1. What "hedges" have you and your spouse agreed to place around your marriage?
2. How are those "hedges" working?
3. Are there additional "hedges" you would like your spouse to incorporate into their daily life?
4. Are there areas of your spouse's life where they may have "blind spots" (areas of susceptibility they have that others see but your spouse doesn't)?