Intended for Pleasure

This Christian sex manual provides medical and biblical guidance for married couples seeking to enhance physical intimacy. Written by physician Ed Wheat and his wife Gaye Wheat, the book combines clinical expertise with religious teachings. The text covers anatomy, sexual techniques, and solutions for common marital challenges. Medical information and scriptural references are integrated throughout the chapters, addressing both physical and spiritual aspects of sexuality. The content aims to help couples develop fulfilling sexual relationships within marriage through better understanding and communication. Practical advice is balanced with theological context about God's design for marital intimacy. The book reflects conservative Christian values while discussing intimate topics with directness and clarity. Its enduring influence stems from bridging medical science and religious teachings about human sexuality.

Readers appreciate this book's biblical approach to sex and marriage while maintaining medical accuracy. Christian couples often recommend it as a pre-marriage resource that addresses intimate topics directly but tastefully. Liked: - Clear medical explanations without clinical sterility - Biblical foundation for teachings - Practical advice for common issues - Balance of spiritual and physical aspects Disliked: - Some sections feel dated (particularly gender roles) - Too conservative for some readers - Can be overly technical in medical sections - Limited discussion of emotional intimacy Ratings: Goodreads: 4.2/5 (2,800+ ratings) Amazon: 4.7/5 (1,100+ ratings) Sample reader comments: "Honest and straightforward without being crude" - Goodreads reviewer "Helped save our marriage" - Amazon reviewer "Medical information needs updating" - Goodreads reviewer "Too focused on mechanics, not enough on relationship" - Amazon reviewer

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🔷 First published in 1977, this Christian marriage guide has sold over 2.5 million copies and has been translated into more than 10 languages. 🔷 Dr. Ed Wheat was both a family physician and certified sex therapist, bringing a unique combination of medical expertise and biblical counseling to the subject matter. 🔷 The book was one of the first Christian publications to openly discuss sexual techniques and marital intimacy, breaking ground in conservative religious circles. 🔷 The authors, Ed and Gaye Wheat, were married for over 50 years, lending personal credibility to their advice on maintaining a lasting, fulfilling marriage. 🔷 Updated editions include medical information about treating common sexual problems and address modern challenges couples face, such as the impact of technology on relationships.