Every marriage experiences conflict, tragedies, and adversity. The question is: will you and your spouse allow those hardships to be deal-breakers or heart-makers in your relationship? In this program, Chip dispels the illusion that marriage is a care-free journey, without bumps in the road. He reveals that–contrary to popular belief–challenges and suffering are not signs of trouble in your marriage, but an opportunity to deepen your intimacy with your mate.
Introduction:
- Marriage is an UNCONDITIONAL commitment to an IMPERFECT person.
Review:
Foundational Truth #1:
- You can’t live this life without the supernatural power of God, so following Jesus personally is the number one priority.
Foundational Truth #2:
- You must choose to love your mate whether you feel like it or not.
Foundational Marriage Truths
Foundational Truth #3:
- We will have ongoing challenges with communication, sex, finances, parenting, and extended family. These issues are not “DEAL BREAKERS,” they are “HEART MAKERS” as we learn to listen, understand, and follow God’s path.
Key verse:
- James 1:2-5
Foundational Truth #6:
- I will not consider a divorce as an OPTION and I will never threaten my spouse with divorce. I have made a holy and binding COVENANT before God to let nothing undermine our LIFELONG commitment.
Key verse:
- Matthew 19:6-9
Broadcast Resource
Additional Resource Mentions
Connect
Partner With Us
Popular Podcasts
Stuff You Should Know
If you've ever wanted to know about champagne, satanism, the Stonewall Uprising, chaos theory, LSD, El Nino, true crime and Rosa Parks, then look no further. Josh and Chuck have you covered.
Dateline NBC
Current and classic episodes, featuring compelling true-crime mysteries, powerful documentaries and in-depth investigations. Follow now to get the latest episodes of Dateline NBC completely free, or subscribe to Dateline Premium for ad-free listening and exclusive bonus content: DatelinePremium.com
The Breakfast Club
The World's Most Dangerous Morning Show, The Breakfast Club, With DJ Envy, Jess Hilarious, And Charlamagne Tha God!