The Naked Marriage with Dave & Ashley Willis

If you struggle with sexual aversion in your marriage, you can retrain your mind and body to feel safe and open again through a gentle, step-by-step process. Visit MarriageBuilders.com to access the full article and begin your journey toward experiencing intimacy as the blessing it was designed to be. _______________ We want your marriage to thrive! Learn more at http://xomarriage.com Dave and Ash...

Many couples struggle with the physical and emotional changes that come with perimenopause and menopause. Dave and Ashley share their personal experiences, helpful resources, and practical strategies for maintaining intimacy and connection during this season. Listener Question: My spouse broke my trust a while ago—not an affair, but something that still really hurt—and even though I want to move f...

If pain or exhaustion has made intimacy feel impossible during menopause, you're not alone — 30% of women stop having sex simply because they don't know how to address it. Small changes like prioritizing sleep, using lubricants, scheduling sex, and extending foreplay can help you and your spouse rediscover a satisfying intimate life. _______________ We want your marriage to thrive! Learn more at h...

Dave and Ashley respond to some of the most frequently asked questions about sex in marriage, including sex toys, masturbation, sexual frequency, and how to talk about intimacy when emotions run high. They also share practical tools for communicating with love, honesty, and understanding. Listener Question: Every time we get into an argument, it escalates fast—one of us shuts down and the other ge...

You have freedom to enhance intimacy in marriage, but be careful where your satisfaction is really coming from. It becomes dangerous when a device starts replacing your spouse rather than serving your relationship. Like seasoning on a steak, it should enhance the experience — not become the meal itself. _______________ We want your marriage to thrive! Learn more at http://xomarriage.com Dave and A...

Whether they come from culture, past relationships, pornography, or even church teaching, unrealistic expectations can quietly damage intimacy. Dave and Ashley explore how to identify false beliefs and replace them with a healthier vision for sex in marriage. Listener Question: How can you fix a marriage if your spouse will not let go of being hurt by feeling ignored? I've done everything I can to...

Most marriage conflicts come from unspoken expectations — you and your spouse each carry a hidden picture of what marriage should look like, and the frustration builds when those pictures clash. The fix is to stop assuming and start talking. Throw your pictures away and work towards creating a shared vision together. _______________ We want your marriage to thrive! Learn more at http://xomarriage....

Every couple hits obstacles in the bedroom — but they don't have to stay stuck. In Part 3 of our Summer Sex Series, Dave and Ashley Willis tackle the most common roadblocks to a healthy sex life: mismatched drives, stress, mental health, passionless routines, and physical limitations. Plus, a real talk on counterfeit solutions and how to reconnect in even the hardest seasons. 9 Days to Great Sex e...

Passion in marriage isn't just physical — it's about giving your complete focus and best energy to your spouse every day. When you pursue them with that kind of intentionality, your whole relationship (including your sex life) transforms. _______________ We want your marriage to thrive! Learn more at http://xomarriage.com Dave and Ashley Willis spent thirteen years in full-time church ministry bef...

What happens when one spouse wants sex more than the other? In this episode, Dave and Ashley talk about mismatched sex drives—what causes them, what not to do, and how couples can navigate the gap with understanding, communication, and care. 9 Days to Great Sex eBook: https://www.daveandashley.com/9-days-to-great-sex 21 Day Inner Healing Journey: https://store.xomarriage.com/collections/books/prod...

If you and your spouse are struggling with mismatched desires around sex, the real issue is often a breakdown in emotional intimacy — not just physical drive. Start by asking each other how connected you truly feel emotionally and spiritually, and invest in growing those areas together. 9 Days to Great Sex eBook: https://www.daveandashley.com/9-days-to-great-sex 21 Day Inner Healing Journey: https...

Sex in marriage isn’t one-size-fits-all—it changes with the seasons. In this episode, Dave and Ashley talk through what intimacy can look like in busy, broken, and in-between moments, and how communication and intentionality can help you stay connected through it all. 9 Days to Great Sex eBook 21 Day Inner Healing Journey www.xonow.com __________ Submit your questions to Dave & Ashley: http://nake...

In busy seasons, waiting until you're "in the mood" can mean intimacy never happens — but scheduling sex and asking "am I willing to get in the mood?" can completely change your dynamic. Instead of making negative assumptions, simply talk to your spouse and take the first step toward meeting each other's needs. _______________ We want your marriage to thrive! Learn more at http://xomarriage.com Da...

After a relationship marked by addiction, abuse, and toxic cycles, Jake and Sierra share how everything changed when they surrendered their lives to Jesus. This episode is a powerful reminder that no relationship is too far gone, and that healing, freedom, and a new foundation are possible. Learn more about Jake and Sierra's ministry: https://www.jakeandsierra.com Learn more about Marriage Intensi...

No matter what "gutter" your marriage is in — abuse, addiction, or financial crisis — surrendering to Jesus is the one thing that can change everything. You don't have to be stuck in the crazy cycle. Like Jake and Sierra, build your life on the foundation of Christ - there's no other path out of brokenness. _______________ We want your marriage to thrive! Learn more at http://xomarriage.com. Dave...

The friction you experience in your marriage isn't something to fear — it's actually sharpening you into a better version of yourself. Learning to handle conflict effectively, rather than avoiding it, can completely transform the dynamic of your relationship. 🎧 Hear the full episode — tune in Monday on the Naked Marriage Podcast. _______________ We want your marriage to thrive! Learn more at http...

After both experiencing divorce, Debbie and Randy Stroman made a decision to do things differently. They share a simple but powerful process for resolving conflict, uncovering root issues, and building a marriage grounded in truth, transparency, and God’s promises. Listener question: It's been 3 years since I found out about my husband's emotional affair and he has never admitted to the full exten...

Joshua Broome shares how shame, pornography, and a hidden past once defined his life and how God transformed his life and marriage. Listener question: My husband and I are pastors of a church. What advice do you have for making sure we protect our marriage while doing ministry? And how do we best make marriage a priority for our church? __________ Purchase Joshua's latest book here: https://a.co/d...

Is your schedule secretly sabotaging your marriage? Every time you say YES to something, you're saying NO to your family. In this Marriage Minute, Joshua Broome unpacks how unchecked priorities create disorder — and how disorder leads to dysfunction and eventually destruction. YES is not neutral. If your relationships feel off, it might be time to check the hierarchy of your life. 🎧 Hear the full...

No story is too broken for redemption. Eric Kennedy shares how recovery, faith, and community transformed his life. Listener question: My wife and I have been married going on 5 years and we have two daughters, one is my 14 yr old stepdaughter and the other is our 3 yr old. We both come from broken homes, and my wife has dealt with sexual and physical abuse from many men since childhood. Some of t...

Every person carries wounds — and if left unaddressed, those wounds will show up in your marriage. In this Marriage Minute, Dave and Ashley Willis break down how past trauma silently damages even the strongest relationships, why we unconsciously push away the people who love us most, and what it takes to break the cycle. Whether you're dealing with childhood trauma, emotional baggage, trust issues...

Every marriage is shaping a legacy, whether we realize it or not. Listener question: My husband and I seem to have trouble with compromising. This may seem trivial but it really does have an affect on both of us. I always like to have all of the blinds and curtains in our home open during the day and he likes to have them all shut except maybe one window letting in a little bit of light. I feel li...

A school lunch lady with very little changed generations — just through her faith and love. Your marriage is leaving a mark on the future right now. Make it count. Come back Monday for the full episode! We want your marriage to thrive! Learn more at http://xomarriage.com Dave and Ashley Willis spent thirteen years in full-time church ministry before devoting their work entirely toward the global m...

When trust is broken, it can feel like everything in the marriage has been shaken, but healing is still possible. Listener question: What do you do if your spouse doesn't want counseling? My husband talks to me harshly sometimes and I feel I need to walk on eggshells. My 2 year old pics up on it and even told his dad to get out of the room this morning. I bring up counseling and he says no. I tell...

These two things are NOT the same — and confusing them could be hurting your marriage. 💔 Forgiveness is a gift you give freely, just as God gives us grace at our worst. But trust? That has to be earned through consistent action over time. In this week's Marriage Minute, Dave & Ashley Willis break down one of the most misunderstood concepts in marriage. Tune in for this quick dose of truth, then c...