Communication in marriage is not easy. But the fight to communicate is worth the work. In the end, you’ll find a thriving marriage rooted in oneness, not division.
Communication
Overcoming Communication Barriers With Your Spouse
5 Communication Tools That Saved My Marriage
Early in our marriage, these simple principles changed our hearts and transformed our relationship.
5 Biggest Little Ways to Improve Your Marriage
A few small actions carry surprising power in building a lasting relationship.
Shut Up and Listen
It was one of the biggest conflicts of our marriage. And as I sat there full of anger and self-righteousness, I knew that I hadn’t handled it correctly.
15 Ways to Refresh Your Marriage
No matter where your marriage is, it can always become stronger. Here are some ideas for those who want to shake things up a bit.
Winning the War of Words
Getting to the heart of your communication struggles.
Are You Listening?
Three communication tips based on wisdom gained from years (and years) of trial and error.
10 Ideas: Workday Encouragement
Even simple acts of support can give your spouse the boost he or she needs during a busy work week.
Talking Through Difficult Issues
You can’t avoid the tough conversations in marriage, but you can conduct them in a way that will ultimately bring you closer to your spouse.
30 Ways to Start a Conversation With Your Spouse
A list to keep you talking with your spouse for a whole month.
The Bass I Found on the Bargain Rack
Using word pictures was the key to communication in our marriage.
The Power of Words
One of the greatest challenges of marriage is how you speak to your spouse.
Why It’s Important to Get Away With Your Spouse
When did you last have time to talk about the important things of life?
A Small Harbor of Reconnection
Just a five-second look helped connect my mom and dad during a frenzy of activity.
Do You Really Need Your Spouse?
True partnerships are cemented by couples who frequently and specifically verbalize their need of one another.
Q&A: Engaging an Unresponsive Spouse
Recognizing what is your responsibility and what you need to leave in God’s hands.
Reclaiming Date Night
Intentional sharing and meaningful time together are too important to the health of your marriage to be neglected.
Scriptures to Help Guide You Through Your Interpersonal Relationships
Ten Bible verses to help family communication.
Connecting With Your Spouse
Two tips for battling the “illusion of permanence” in your marriage relationship.
Slaying the Phantom in Your Life
All of us have unattainable mental images of our roles in life, but there is a way to live free from their terror.
10 Questions Every Woman Should Ask Her Husband Every Year
This small exercise will keep your marriage sharp.
Are You Married to Your Smartphone?
Technology is evolving so quickly that many of us are barely aware of how our changing behavior threatens our most important relationships.
4 Clues Your Spouse Isn’t Listening
Communication struggles need to be identified before they can be repaired.
The Number One Problem in Marriage
Open communication is essential to the life of a marriage relationship.
Just Tell Me What I Want to Hear
Even when it stings, I’m thankful for a husband who is straightforward.