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Marriage:

• A man and a woman

• Physically and emotionally intimate

• Working together in a shared life to help each other realize their visions and dreams

• Walking with God to fulfill their callings and goals

“He replied, Have you never read that He Who made them from the beginning made them male and female. And said, For this reason a man shall leave his father and mother and shall be united firmly (joined inseparably) to his wife, and the two shall become one flesh? So they are no longer two, but one flesh. What therefore God has joined together, let not man put asunder (separate).” Matthew 19:4-6 AMPC

“Then Adam said: “At last! One like me! Her bones were formed from my bones, and her flesh from my flesh! This one will be called ‘Woman,’ for she was taken from man.” For this reason, a man leaves his father and his mother to be unselfishly attached to his wife. They become one flesh as a new family! The man and his wife felt no shame, unaware that they were both naked. Genesis 2:23-25 TPT

“Attached to” : dabaq (Hebrew): “in his wife” – “to follow hard after” or “attaching oneself to another as an act of unselfishness”. The opposite of looking out for yourself.

Opening the Lines of Communication

The idea of a marriage being free from outside influences suggests creating a strong, resilient bond between spouses that isn't swayed by external pressures or opinions.

Open and Honest Communication: Maintaining honest and open communication between spouses to address any external pressures or concerns and to strengthen the relationship.

“Death and life are in the power of the tongue…” Proverbs 18:21 KJV

“Therefore, putting away lying, “Let each one of you speak truth with his neighbor,” for we are members of one another.” Ephesians 4:25 NKJV

The Foundation Of Love: Why Communication Is Key In Marriage - The Healthy Marriage

When there is a lack of open and honest communication, the following may happen: relationship breakdown, emotional disconnect, lack of understanding, increased conflict and loss of trust.

Communication is more than just exchanging words. It is about understanding each over on a deep level.

Your spouse MUST be given the right to speak up without penalty. Always better to say something than to not especially if your spouse doesn’t see it.

NOT saying something is the same thing as NOT speaking the truth

Understanding Communication

1. Active listening – respect and understanding

2. Use “I” statements

3. Seeking to understand

4. Be aware of non-verbal cues, tone of voice, facial expressions

5. Build companionship with open dialogue and meaningful activities

6. Conflict resolution – avoid blame, open to compromise, seek help

Benefits of Communication

1. Enhances intimacy

2. Builds trust

3. Aids in conflict resolution

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