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Keys to a Healthy Marriage

by John and Karen Schmitt

Communication

  • Pray Together
    • ”A cord of three strands is not easily broken”. Ecclesiastes 4:12
      • That means you, your spouse and the Lord working together.
    • Agree in Prayer
      • Read Matthew 18:19 together
      • The two of you can agree on something together in prayer and watch and see how the Lord will use this to strengthen your marriage.
  • Deal with Conflict
    • After prayer, talk to each other.
    • If you disagree about something, do not do it in front of the kids!
    • Use “I” statements such as “I feel” instead of “you always” or “you never”.
      • In this way your spouse can see your heart and does not feel threatened. It will open up a whole avenue of communication.
  • Spend Time with Each Other
    • Plan a date night.
      • This can be hard in our busy lives but it is essential to a healthy marriage. Each week set aside a specific time to go out together. No excuses! If you are broke, you can still take a walk together. Go to the beach or park. If you have funds set aside, go to a movie or dinner, go ice-skating or something you both enjoy.
    • Make together time a priority.
      • If schedule conflicts arise, don’t hesitate to ask your L.I.F.E. Group Leader or Pastor for prayer. (Remember “pride goeth before a fall”, so don’t hesitate to get counseling.)

©2006 John and Karen Schmitt. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission.

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