291:  ⁠What Every Father Needs to Hear with Kim and Darlene Unrau

291: ⁠What Every Father Needs to Hear with Kim and Darlene Unrau

Author: That Sounds Fun Network June 8, 2026 Duration: 34:01
We’re joined by Kim and Darlene Unrau to talk about emotional connection, healing, and what really helps marriages feel close again. We chat Father’s Day, emotional orphancy, how Jesus meets our unmet needs, and they share simple, practical tools to help couples build deeper emotional intimacy. Watch the episode on YouTube!! Our Episodes: Past episode with Kim and Darlene Resources: Awaken Love book Connection Codes ⁠⁠Join Unite & Ignite ⁠⁠ Want more from Kingdom Sexuality? Come hang out! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook Group⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Approximate Timestamps: Introduction and Expectations - 0:00 Welcome to Kingdom Sexuality Podcast - 0:19 Verse of the Day - 0:54 Introduction of Guests: Kim and Darlene - 1:26 Discussion on Father's Day and Encouragement - 3:25 Emotional Orphancy and Fatherhood - 4:28 Intimacy and Connection in Marriage - 6:14 The Role of Jesus in Relationships - 8:15 Practical Steps for Emotional Connection - 10:31 The Connection Code Exercise - 20:33 Emotional Intimacy and Vulnerability - 28:16 Conclusion and Prayer - 30:34 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alana, Kyle, and Tiera are three friends navigating the often unspoken terrain of sex and intimacy within Christian marriage. Their conversations form the heart of Kingdom Sexuality, a podcast from the That Sounds Fun Network that moves beyond simplistic advice into honest, practical dialogue. They address the questions many couples wrestle with but feel unequipped to ask in typical church settings-from sustaining passion over decades to understanding how faith intersects with physical desire and specific acts of intimacy. This isn't about presenting a rigid rulebook, but about exploring a journey of transformation together. Through candid discussions and interviews, they create a space where spiritual life and married sexuality are seen as beautifully connected. Each episode aims to replace confusion with clarity and shame with freedom, offering companionship for couples who believe their sex life can be both holy and deeply fulfilling. Tune in for relatable stories, theological insights, and tangible steps toward a more connected marriage, all framed within a perspective of faith and grace.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

Kingdom Sexuality
Podcast Episodes
250: Is Your Phone Ruining Your Marriage? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 44:25
Is your phone stealing from your marriage? In this episode, we unpack how tech can quietly kill intimacy, connection, and trust - and share practical ways to set boundaries, guard your heart, and put your spouse before y…
249: Friendship, Sex, and the Way of Jesus with Justin Whitmel Earley [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 55:32
This episode is sponsored by the Dwell Audio Bible App! Click here to get Dwell for 25% off! Join us and ‘press play’ on scripture! Join Alana and Kyle as they sit down with author, lawyer, and speaker Justin Whitmel Ear…
248: When 'The Ick' Creeps In [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:37
Ever had that random moment where your spouse does something totally normal… and it suddenly makes you cringe? Welcome to “the ick.” The KS Team unpacks why it happens, how it can sneak into your sex life, and practical…
247: "Is This Normal?" PART TWO [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:37
We’re back with Part 2 of your “Is this normal?” questions!! Diving into everything from awkward initiations and feeling overstimulated to newlywed fears, ADHD moments in bed, and tricky emotional dynamics. Plus, you'll…
246: "Is This Normal?" PART ONE [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 42:32
In this episode, we're tackling all your “Is this normal?” questions. From quick finishes and tingling after orgasm to clean-up quirks and unexpected turn-ons. It’s real talk, no shame, and lots of “oh wow, us too!” mome…
244: Couples Who Play Together, Lay Together [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 30:44
What if the secret to a stronger marriage wasn’t another serious talk- but a round of mini golf or a spontaneous dance party in the kitchen? This episode dives into why having fun together might be the spark your marriag…
243: Car Sex: Road Head, Steamy Windows, & Our Research [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:57
Is car sex off-limits for Christian couples? In this fun and practical episode, the KS team unpacks the legality, logistics, and creative possibilities of taking intimacy into the backseat. Whether you've got a sedan or…
242: Help! I'm a Low Libido Husband! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 23:34
In this episode, the KS team is talking to the husbands who have a naturally lower sex drive, and reminding you that you’re not broken or less of a man. They unpack what healthy intimacy can look like when desire is diff…
241: Q&A: Titty Tuesday, Pool Sex, & Losing Attraction [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 38:08
We asked, you delivered! This Q&A episode is packed with your honest, hilarious, and heartfelt questions! From postpartum libido surprises and navigating temptation at work, to “Titty Pic Tuesday,” pool sex, and more, we…