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Each week, Chip will take you to God’s Word for biblical guidance on topics like being a follower of Jesus, strengthening your marriage, understanding love and sex, raising moral children, and overcoming painful emotions. Chip also shares honestly from his own experiences.
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One of the biggest sources of conflict in marriage revolves around money. In this message, Chip walks through how couples can biblically manage their finances and tackle debt issues in their marriage.
How to biblically manage your finances together:
I. The command – All our words and our actions are to be in Jesus’ name. -Colossians 3:17
II. The second most accurate mirrors of our hearts and lives
III. A brief overview of biblical finances*
*The Truth About Money by Russ Crosson, CEO of Ron Blue, Inc.
IV. There are only 5 uses of money
V. Financial freedom requires spending less than one’s income
VI. How to solve “money problems” in your marriage
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Important question: how do you handle conflict in your relationship? Are you a person who bursts out in anger or are you someone who completely shuts down? In this program, Chip shares why neither of those approaches work well. Hear what the Bible says about resolving conflict in marriage. Don't miss how we should respond to our spouse when tension and disagreement inevitably come.
How to resolve conflict peaceably:
I. The command – we are to deal with our mates as Christ deals with us. -Colossians 3:13-15
II. We all respond to “tension” positively or negatively.
III. How to “DIFFUSE” conflict in your marriage
D - DEFINE the problem on your own. -Proverbs 15:14 & 21:2
I - INITIATE a time to talk. -Matthew 5:23-24
F - FOCUS on the “perceived” problem, not the person. -Proverbs 18:19
F - FEEL their pain as though it were your own. -Proverbs 17:17
U - UNCOVER the root problem. -Proverbs 20:5
S - SET things right between you. -James 5:16
E - ESTABLISH a specific action plan that addresses the issue discussed; write it down. -James 1:22-25
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Have you ever looked at another marriage and thought: I want what they have? In this program, Chip explains that those types of marriages have learned a very important skill. It may be one of the hardest lessons to learn, but if you can do it, you'll radically transform your relationship. Wanna know what it is? Then don’t miss this next message.
How to resolve conflict peaceably:
I. The command – we are to deal with our mates as Christ deals with us. -Colossians 3:13-15
II. We all respond to “tension” positively or negatively.
III. How to “DIFFUSE” conflict in your marriage
D - DEFINE the problem on your own. -Proverbs 15:14 & 21:2
I - INITIATE a time to talk. -Matthew 5:23-24
F - FOCUS on the “perceived” problem, not the person. -Proverbs 18:19
F - FEEL their pain as though it were your own. -Proverbs 17:17
U - UNCOVER the root problem. -Proverbs 20:5
S - SET things right between you. -James 5:16
E - ESTABLISH a specific action plan that addresses the issue discussed; write it down. -James 1:22-25
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How do you handle conflict? Are you a person who bursts out in anger or are you someone who completely shuts down? In this message, Chip explains why neither of those approaches work well and offers a third option to resolve conflict in marriage. Don't miss how you can radically transform your relationship!
How to resolve conflict peaceably:
I. The command – we are to deal with our mates as Christ deals with us. -Colossians 3:13-15
II. We all respond to “tension” positively or negatively.
III. How to “DIFFUSE” conflict in your marriage
D - DEFINE the problem on your own. -Proverbs 15:14 & 21:2
I - INITIATE a time to talk. -Matthew 5:23-24
F - FOCUS on the “perceived” problem, not the person. -Proverbs 18:19
F - FEEL their pain as though it were your own. -Proverbs 17:17
U - UNCOVER the root problem. -Proverbs 20:5
S - SET things right between you. -James 5:16
E - ESTABLISH a specific action plan that addresses the issue discussed; write it down. -James 1:22-25
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Stop the small talk. Chip shares how to move beyond logistics to have genuine heart-to-heart conversations with your spouse starting today.
How to effectively communicate:
I. The command – Put on the proper attire -Colossians 3:12
II. Why the “clothing” metaphor is crucial to biblical communication
The Principle: Who we are determines how we “dress” (communicate from the heart)
III. The problem:
IV. The solution is threefold:
1. Don’t buy the old lies*
2. Dress appropriately for your mate
3. Have at least 2 “couples conferences” per week**
*Discover Your True Self bookand Affirmation Cards by Chip Ingram and Theresa Ingram.
**Marriage that Works by Chip Ingram.
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Struggling to connect with your spouse? Join Chip to learn how communication skills can resolve frustration and reflect God’s love in your marriage.
How to effectively communicate:
I. The command – Put on the proper attire -Colossians 3:12
II. Why the “clothing” metaphor is crucial to biblical communication
The Principle: Who we are determines how we “dress” (communicate from the heart)
III. The problem:
IV. The solution is threefold:
1. Don’t buy the old lies*
2. Dress appropriately for your mate
3. Have at least 2 “couples conferences” per week**
*Discover Your True Self bookand Affirmation Cards by Chip Ingram and Theresa Ingram.
**Marriage that Works by Chip Ingram.
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Tired of misunderstandings? Chip shares how to move past hurt feelings and start having genuine heart-to-heart conversations with your spouse today.
How to effectively communicate:
I. The command – Put on the proper attire -Colossians 3:12
II. Why the “clothing” metaphor is crucial to biblical communication
The Principle: Who we are determines how we “dress” (communicate from the heart)
III. The problem:
IV. The solution is threefold:
1. Don’t buy the old lies*
2. Dress appropriately for your mate
3. Have at least 2 “couples conferences” per week**
*Discover Your True Self bookand Affirmation Cards by Chip Ingram and Theresa Ingram.
**Marriage that Works by Chip Ingram.
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It’s safe to say we all want a great marriage. We all desire a relationship with a deep emotional, mental, and physical connection with our mate. But how do we experience that? Don’t miss the practical ways you can build a lasting relationship with your spouse.
How do you develop spiritual intimacy?
I. Spiritual intimacy with Christ is cultivated by actively believing two things:
II. Spiritual intimacy with your mate is cultivated by recognizing the supremacy Christ’s role and relationship in your marriage. -Colossians 1:15-18
III. The benefits of spiritual intimacy*
*Divorce Proof Your Marriage by Gary and Barbara Rosberg, pgs. 254-256.
IV. How to develop your personal spiritual intimacy**
**Marriage that Works by Chip Ingram, specific help and practical steps for men and women; chapter 9 for men and chapter 11 for women.
V. Removing barriers and building bridges for spiritual intimacy
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It’s hard to believe there are couples who’ve been married for thirty, forty, or even fifty years. So, what’s their secret? In this program, Chip shares a vital message in his ongoing teaching. He begins unpacking four biblical skills all great marriages have in common. Discover how you can improve your relationship today!
How do you develop spiritual intimacy?
I. Spiritual intimacy with Christ is cultivated by actively believing two things:
II. Spiritual intimacy with your mate is cultivated by recognizing the supremacy Christ’s role and relationship in your marriage. -Col. 1:15-18
III. The benefits of spiritual intimacy*
*Divorce Proof Your Marriage by Gary and Barbara Rosberg, pgs. 254-256.
IV. How to develop your personal spiritual intimacy**
**Marriage that Works by Chip Ingram, specific help and practical steps for men and women; chapter 9 for men and chapter 11 for women.
V. Removing barriers and building bridges for spiritual intimacy
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It’s hard to believe there are couples who’ve been married for thirty, forty, or even fifty years. So, what’s their secret? Chip emphasizes the importance of couples cultivating spiritual intimacy, which is the first of four biblical skills he'll share in this teaching. You won't wanna miss it!
How do you develop spiritual intimacy?
I. Spiritual intimacy with Christ is cultivated by actively believing two things:
II. Spiritual intimacy with your mate is cultivated by recognizing the supremacy Christ’s role and relationship in your marriage. -Colossians 1:15-18
III. The benefits of spiritual intimacy*
*Divorce Proof Your Marriage by Gary and Barbara Rosberg, pgs. 254-256.
IV. How to develop your personal spiritual intimacy**
**Marriage that Works by Chip Ingram, specific help and practical steps for men and women; chapter 9 for men and chapter 11 for women.
V. Removing barriers and building bridges for spiritual intimacy
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