Intentional Marriage and Family (6): Communication in Marriage | 1ST SERVICE | 26032023

#fwcabuja #sundayservice #sundayinspiration Scripture: Colossians 4:6, Philippians 2:3-4, Ephesians 4: 25-27, 29,32

We can see from the scriptures that God is interested in communication. God determined that we needed to communicate in order for our relationships to thrive. According to a recent survey, 70% of marriages fail due to poor communication. This indicates that communication is a vital component of a happy marriage.

Our Senior Pastor defined communication as talking, listening, comprehending, and responding. The fundamental components of effective communication are talking, listening, understanding, and responding.

1. 1. TALKING
Communication is talking, and it means talking and not remaining silent: Every relationship that people do not talk will die. If you must speak, speak clearly. Please don't leave the person to figure it out on their own. Exaggerate or generalize at your peril. Avoid using "you" all the time. People become defensive when you use "you." Because we are sweethearts, our words must be gentle, kind, and considerate. Consider the emotions of the person you're speaking with. Our goal is for the person to be edified at the end of the day.
2. LISTENING
There is a reason why God gave us two ears and one mouth. -James 1:19. We must be quick to listen. We do not listen to talk back or answer immediately but to understand. When one person is talking, the duty of the other is to listen with an attentive heart. Listen from their point of view. Always credit their actions with good intentions.
3. UNDERSTANDING
When one person speaks, the other person is expected to understand. If something is unclear, it should be clarified. Listen in order to comprehend and validate the individual. Understanding bridges the chasm.
4. RESPONDING
A simple "I'm sorry" can suffice. Sorry is a strong word. Any truth you tell that reduces people may be true, but it is poorly packaged. Do noy respond with "I have heard you," respond appropriately? Do not use the silent treatment. Don't make room for the devil.
HEALTHY COMMUNICATION HAS MANY BENEFITS.
18:21 PROVERBS - ERV