Graham, who has been open about the couple’s decision to practice abstinence, told Elle that their sacrifices weren’t confined to the bedroom. Once a week, Ervin and Graham embark on a 24-hour fast. They practice fasting, she explains, to stay strong and united.

“There’s a verse in the Bible that says, ‘Where two or more are gathered, He is in the midst.’ So as we do it together, it just makes it even stronger,” the new mom explained. “When you fast and you pray, it’s bringing more sensitivity to hear from God. … We want more sensitivity to be able to hear from God in the big decisions that we’re making.”

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