This is the fourth in the series of several posts I am writing on relationships, in particular, marriage relationships. To read the other posts go here Source What is Intimacy? Although the word ‘intimacy’ is not used in the Bible, the concept is found there. Husband and wife are to function as one rather than two. "For this reason a man will leave his father and mother and be united to his wife, and they will become one flesh." Genisis 2:24 They need a way to relate to one another that does not cause conflict but encourages harmony. The meaning of ‘oneness’ can be further understood by the words used to describe physical intimacy or the sexual union.(This is often what people first think of when they hear the word intimacy). We will be discussing this topic in a different post. True (or emotional) intimacy has a lot to do with how much we share our hearts with our spouse. o     It takes a commitment of time and effort on both sides. Conversations a