What if the Church didn’t just teach boundaries around sex… but actually spoke about it with clarity, confidence, and joy? In this special three-part series, we’re joined by Christian sexologist, author, and speaker Patricia Weerakoon to have the conversations many of us were never given. In Part 1, we start at the beginning: God’s design. Together, we explore the theology and science of sex, why pleasure was never an accident, and how our bodies and brains are intentionally wired for connection. Patricia brings a rare blend of biblical wisdom and clinical insight as we unpack everything from the meaning of “one flesh” to why good sex in marriage actually matters. We also get practical, breaking down common misunderstandings around desire, the pressure to “feel in the mood,” and why so many couples struggle to experience intimacy the way they expected. This episode is honest, grounding, and surprisingly freeing. Whether you’re single, married, or somewhere in between, it will reshape the way you think about sex, connection, and God’s heart behind it all. In this episode, we cover: Why the Church may have missed the mark in teaching about sexGod’s design for the body, pleasure, and “one flesh”The shift from protecting sex to pursuing good sex in marriageWhy many women don’t enjoy sex and what’s behind low desireSpontaneous vs responsive desire and why it changes everythingThe myth of “being in the mood”How stress, pressure, and the mental load impact intimacyWhat actually helps set couples up for a positive sexual experienceThis is Part 1 of our series with Patricia Weerakoon. In Part 2, we move into the tension many people carry — shame, baggage, and what it looks like to rebuild intimacy when things feel complicated. About Patricia WeerakoonPatricia Weerakoon is a medical doctor, sexologist, author, and speaker. She served for over 20 years as an academic at the University of Sydney, where she directed a globally recognised graduate program in sexual health. As an evangelical Christian, Patricia is passionate about integrating biblical truth with contemporary science to help people understand sex, relationships, and identity in a healthy, life-giving way. Since retiring from academia in 2012, she has focused on writing and speaking, equipping individuals, couples, churches, and families with practical, research-based and faith-informed guidance. She is the author of multiple books including Talking Sex by the Book and The Gender Revolution, and her work spans over four decades across research, education, and clinical practice. Find Patricia online:Website: patriciaweerakoon.comYouTube: Patricia WeerakoonFacebook: @weerakoonauthorTwitter: @kamalini
