- Introduction (Lean in): What is a fond memory you have of your wedding day? Singles: What is a fun memory from a wedding you were part of or attended?
- Observation (Look Down): Read Colossians 3:12-25. Why should we forgive and how does that bring about healing?
- Understanding (Look out): What gets in the way of this kind of forgiveness? What happens when people do (or don't) forgive this way?
- Application (Look in): Is there something you or your spouse has done that needs to be forgiven? How will you ask for forgiveness or extend it, and how will this change your relationship? Singles: Is there someone in your life that you need to forgive, or ask for forgiveness?
- Pray: Spend time thanking God for His forgiveness in your life, even thought you did nothing to deserve it. Thank Him that he has also given you the relationships in your life and the opportunity to ask for forgiveness from those you have hurt. Ask For for the capacity to forgive and extend grace, remove all anger and bitterness from your heart and replace it with the peace that comes from Christ.
Communication is Key: Love Tip
Alright, well I think you get the point that communication is essential to any and every relationship. I hope you also got the point that it's not just about communicating but how you communicate. The goal is to build up (our spouse, our relationship) rather than tearing down. Also, don't forget that not communicating really is communicating...just not anything good. All that being said, our church (Mariner's Church) did a series awhile ago on making marriage better ("As Good as it Gets?" by Kenton Beshore & Jeff Pries - www.marinerschurch.org). They gave us cards to take home to get the conversation moving along at home (singles - make sure to look for the questions for you too in italics). I thought I would share one of them with you to try out yourself.
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I agree, this is a great way to end the week. Thanks for the tips so we can have a better marriage. Thank you for your Godly wisdom, knowledge, expertise and for giving freely of yourself day after day. You are making a difference and I thank God someone cares and shares from their heart.
Anonymous ~ Wow! Thank you so much for the really thoughtful, really encouraging, really kind, and much appreciated comment!! It was so uplifting and moving to your comment, and I appreciate it so very much, so thank you!!
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