Biblical Principles for Christ-like Communication in Marriage
Explore selected scriptures and guidelines for communication in marriage based on Christian teachings. Learn to tame the tongue, practice honesty, handle conflicts with grace, and speak with kindness and clarity. Follow the four rules of biblical communication to foster understanding and love in relationships.
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Christ-like Communication in Marriage Selected Scriptures
I. You Must Learn to Tame the Tongue A. The tongue is like a bit B. The tongue is like a rudder C. The tongue is like a fire D. The tongue is impossible to tame
II. You Must Learn the Four Rules of Biblical Communication A. Be Honest 1. Put off falsehood 2. Do not lie 3. Do not deceive or tell a half-truth 4. Speak the truth in love
II. You Must Learn the Four Rules of Biblical Communication B. Keep Current 1. Each day has enough trouble of its own 2. Don t give Satan an opportunity 3. Talk to those that have offended you 4. Talk to those who you think you have offended
II. You Must Learn the Four Rules of Biblical Communication C. Attack the Problem, Not the Person 1. Put off unwholesome words 2. Don t attack their character 3. Let your speech be full of grace and seasoned with salt 4. Watch your tone, volume, and facial expressions
II. You Must Learn the Four Rules of Biblical Communication D. Act, Don t React PUT OFF 1. Bitterness - smoldering resentfulness 2. Wrath - an outburst of wild rage 3. Anger - hostility that seeks revenge
II. You Must Learn the Four Rules of Biblical Communication D. Act, Don t React PUT OFF 4. Clamor - harsh contention full of strife 5. Slander - speech that injures people 6. Malice - wishing harm upon another
II. You Must Learn the Four Rules of Biblical Communication D. Act, Don t React PUT ON 1. Kindness - to show goodness and grace to someone 2. Tenderhearted - to have compassion 3. Forgiveness - on the basis of what Christ has done
III. You Must Learn to Speak with Grace and Clarity A. Say it kindly D. Say it concisely B. Say it carefully E. Say it wisely C. Say it simply F. Say it timely
TAKE HOME: Are you using the power of your tongue to build up your spouse up or to cut them down? Are you giving Satan an opportunity to enter your marriage or is Christ reigning in your marriage? Are you more interested in avoiding conflict or absolving conflict through Christ-centered communication?
